Leadership Team

Pravin Kothari is a distinguished entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert with over two decades of experience in the technology industry. He is the founder and CEO of CipherCloud, a pioneer in cloud security and data protection solutions. Pravin's innovative approach has helped transform the way organizations secure their sensitive data in the cloud. Prior to CipherCloud, he co-founded ArcSight, a leading security information and event management (SIEM) company, which was acquired by HP for $1.5 billion. Pravin holds multiple patents in security technology and is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. He earned his Master's degree in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in Bombay. Pravin's visionary leadership and deep technical expertise have made him a respected figure in the cybersecurity community, driving advancements in encryption, data loss prevention, and compliance solutions.

Warlu Kothapalli is a distinguished engineering leader with a deep expertise in developing innovative technology solutions. As the Vice President of Engineering at AppSOC, he oversees the engineering team, driving the development of cutting-edge cybersecurity products. With over twenty years of experience in the tech industry, Warlu has a proven track record of delivering high-quality software and leading successful engineering projects. Prior to joining AppSOC, he held senior engineering roles at several top technology companies, where he was instrumental in advancing product development and technology strategy. Warlu holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Known for his technical acumen and leadership skills, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and a mentor to aspiring engineers. Warlu's visionary approach and dedication to excellence have been crucial in propelling AppSOC's engineering capabilities and product innovation.

As Chief Marketing Officer, Willy brings over twenty years of cybersecurity experience focusing on product innovation, close collaboration with enterprise customers, and delivering effective security solutions to support the rapidly evolving market. He has extensive experience in multiple security domains including application security, threat intelligence, security automation, cloud data protection, authentication, encryption, and compliance. A graduate of Stanford University, he has led teams at Cyware, LogicHub, Virsec, CipherCloud, Websense, and Axway, he is a published author on a range of security topics, webcast host, and a frequent speaker at industry events. In his spare time, Willy is an avid skier, furniture builder, and traveler.

As VP Sales, Nick is responsible for directing the global business for the AppSOC ASPM and AI Security portfolio, supporting customers and partners. In his role, Nick brings over 30 years of technology experience to help customers deliver on their application security and AI security journeys by increasing efficiencies and reducing risk. Prior to AppSOC, Nick,held senior EMEA and global sales leadership positions with cyber security vendors including Lookout, CipherCloud, NextPlane, Actiance (formerly FaceTime), and Finjan Software. While based in the UK, Nick’s career has seen him living in Silicon Valley as well as Scandinavia. As a keen SCUBA diver and certified PADI Rescue Diver, Nick spends as much time under the water as time allows.

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Lucia Fedora is an accomplished sales leader with a background uniquely compatible in driving enterprise sales and revenue growth in the technology industry. As the Director of Enterprise Sales at AppSOC, she spearheads the expansion of the company’s footprint in the enterprise market.

With ten years of experience in cybersecurity and fifteen years in publicly traded and mature industries, such as insurance, banking and legal technology, Lucia has a stellar track record of exceeding sales targets and building lasting client relationships. Her early training and insights gained from technology operations at Transamerica Insurance, and sales at Comerica Bank and Epiq (a leading legal technology company) have grounded her approach, emphasizing targeted value delivery to customers.

Armin Rishi is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in building strategic alliances and driving business growth in the technology sector. As the Vice President of Alliances at AppSOC, he plays a pivotal role in forging and nurturing partnerships that enhance the company’s market reach and innovation. With a career spanning over two decades, Armin has a proven track record in developing successful collaborations that drive revenue and strategic objectives. Before joining AppSOC, he held key leadership positions at several prominent technology firms, where he excelled in business development and partnership management. Armin holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley. Known for his strategic acumen and relationship-building skills, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and a respected figure in the tech community. Armin's dedication to fostering strong alliances has been instrumental in AppSOC's growth and success in the competitive cybersecurity landscape.