Trend Micro has announced the appointment of Sharda Tickoo as the new Country Manager for India & SAARC, marking a significant leadership transition within the company. Sharda Tickoo, who has been a part of Trend Micro for over 16 years, has previously contributed her expertise as the Director of Sales for large enterprises and the Technical Leader for India and SAARC, among other pivotal roles.
In her elevated role, Tickoo is set to spearhead Trend Micro’s initiatives to anchor product expertise as the cornerstone of customer engagement. This strategic move aligns with the company’s ongoing endeavours to solidify its stance as a frontrunner in the cybersecurity domain amidst the region’s dynamic threat landscape.
Reporting directly to Dhanya Thakkar, the Senior Vice President of Global Marketing & US-AMEA Sales at Trend Micro, Tickoo will oversee key business areas, including the enterprise segment and government and defence verticals, and leading marketing, channel, and technical teams. This collaboration aims to foster innovation, enhance customer relations, and drive market growth at the national level.
Dhanya Thakkar congratulated Sharda on her promotion, expressing optimism about her new journey. He remarked, “Sharda’s promotion to Country Manager is poised to ensure a smooth continuation of Trend Micro’s operations in India & SAARC. Her comprehensive experience, exceptional grasp of technical knowledge, and business insight make her an invaluable asset to our team. We are confident in her leadership to propel Trend Micro to new heights in the regional markets.”
Expressing enthusiasm about her new role, Sharda Tickoo shared, “I am eager to embrace this new challenge and am committed to delivering Trend Micro’s leading-edge cybersecurity solutions to our customers. By tapping into Trend Micro’s advanced technology, we aim to meet and exceed customer expectations and strengthen our engagement.”
Tickoo also highlighted the promising prospects of the cybersecurity landscape in India & SAARC, acknowledging the potential growth opportunities presented by Trend Micro’s extensive product and service offerings.