Johannesburg, South Africa – October 16, 2024 – Nutanix (NASDAQ:NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, has announced that Raif Abou Diab has been appointed as Country Manager South Gulf and Sub-Saharan Africa. In this new role, Raif will lead Nutanix’s expansion efforts in the South Gulf and Sub-Saharan African region, focusing on driving growth and strengthening the company’s presence across the continent.
“I am delighted to take on this new role, and I look forward to continuing our journey with customers, helping them leverage both private and public cloud to optimise costs, enhance business efficiency, and mitigate risks,” commented Raif. “Beyond that, Nutanix’s commitment to the Sub-Saharan African region is unwavering—we are investing heavily to drive sustained growth and deliver real business value here.”
Raif brings over two decades of experience in the IT industry, having held multiple leadership positions across the Middle East and Africa. Prior to his current role as Country Manager for South Gulf and Sub-Saharan Africa, he successfully managed operations for Nutanix in the UAE, Oman, Yemen, and Pakistan. His tenure at Hewlett Packard Enterprise saw him leading diverse regional teams, including as Managing Director for Egypt, Qatar, and Levant, where he spearheaded transformation initiatives in hybrid cloud, AI, and multi-tenancy solutions, delivering remarkable year-over-year growth.
His extensive expertise spans strategic planning, revenue growth, and talent management. At EMC and CA Technologies, he significantly grew market share and cultivated successful channel and distribution strategies. His proven track record in driving transformation, building strategic partnerships, and navigating complex business environments makes him exceptionally well-qualified to lead Nutanix’s growth in the Sub-Saharan Africa region.
“Raif’s appointment underscores Nutanix’s strong commitment to the South Gulf and Sub-Saharan African regions,” said Mohammad Abulhouf, VP and General Manager of Emerging Markets at Nutanix. “Our goal is to empower businesses in these markets with the flexibility and simplicity that hybrid multicloud solutions offer, helping them innovate while managing costs effectively. Raif’s deep understanding of the industry, his impressive track record, and his dedication to customer success make him the ideal leader to drive our growth strategy and strengthen Nutanix’s footprint across these dynamic regions.”
