Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, December 2024 – Hitesh Joshi, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in marketing, business development, and channel management, has joined NetApp as the Director – Channels and Alliances for India and SAARC. In this strategic role, Hitesh will drive NetApp’s efforts to strengthen channel partnerships, forge alliances, and expand the company’s footprint across the region.
Known for his expertise in designing go-to-market strategies and managing C-level relationships, Hitesh’s leadership will be pivotal in enhancing NetApp’s market share and presence in the competitive IT industry.

Hitesh Joshi brings an impressive portfolio of leadership roles to NetApp. Most recently, he served as the Head – Channels | Growth Partners at Nutanix, where he contributed to the company’s channel expansion and growth over two years and four months. Prior to that, Hitesh played a significant role as the Head of OEM Sales for India and SAARC, driving critical partnerships for Nutanix.
Before Nutanix, Hitesh worked at Veeam Software as the Manager – Channels, Alliances, and Distribution for India and SAARC, where he developed strategic alliances that significantly enhanced the company’s regional impact.
This is Hitesh’s second tenure at NetApp, where he previously spent over seven years in various capacities, including Manager Channels/Alliance – Strategic Partners and Channel Development Manager. His earlier career includes roles at IBM as a Brand Channel Manager and at Novell as a Regional Manager, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of channel ecosystems and strategic partnerships.
About NetApp
NetApp enables businesses to build intelligent data infrastructures that integrate seamlessly across applications, data, and locations. With its cutting-edge solutions, NetApp provides a smarter way to let data thrive, ensuring business agility and resilience in a rapidly evolving IT landscape.
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