Protect AI, a leader in AI security, has announced the appointment of Ralph Pisani as Chief Revenue Officer. A seasoned cybersecurity executive, Pisani will lead the company’s global go-to-market strategy, accelerating enterprise adoption and revenue growth as AI security demand surges.
Pisani’s Extensive Cybersecurity Expertise
With decades of experience in scaling sales and revenue for top cybersecurity firms, Pisani previously served as President of Exabeam, where he helped establish the company as a leading SIEM and security analytics provider. His leadership at Imperva and CipherTrust further highlights his track record in global sales and revenue operations.
Ian Swanson, CEO of Protect AI, stated:
“As AI adoption skyrockets, securing AI systems has become a top priority for enterprises. Ralph’s deep experience in scaling high-growth cybersecurity companies makes him the perfect leader to accelerate our go-to-market strategy. His expertise in enterprise sales and channel partnerships will be invaluable as we continue our mission to secure AI for the world’s largest organizations.”
Protect AI’s Rapid Growth & Market Expansion
Pisani’s appointment comes at a critical time as Protect AI expands its market leadership:
- Funding & Acquisitions: Raised $108 million and acquired Rebuff, Huntr, Laiyer AI, and Syde Labs to enhance its AI security platform.
- Enterprise Adoption: Serving Fortune 500 companies and government agencies, driving AI security innovation.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with Hugging Face, Microsoft, Databricks, and other industry leaders.
Ralph Pisani on Joining Protect AI
“I’m thrilled to join Protect AI at such a critical time for AI security,” said Pisani. “AI is transforming industries, but its security challenges are immense. Protect AI is pioneering this space with cutting-edge solutions that enterprises urgently need. I look forward to leading the company’s go-to-market strategy and helping organizations worldwide secure their AI systems.”
Protect AI’s AI Security Solutions
Protect AI delivers end-to-end AI security through its comprehensive product suite:
- Guardian – ML model security
- Layer – LLM runtime security
- Recon – GenAI red teaming
