John Giamatteo
John Giamatteo has served as CEO of BlackBerry since December 2023, and previously as President of its Cybersecurity business unit since October 2021. With over 30 years of experience in the technology industry, he has been instrumental in enhancing BlackBerry's product portfolio, refining its go-to-market strategy, and streamlining organizational operations. John Giamatteo became CEO of BlackBerry in December 2023, bringing over 30 years of experience in global technology companies. He served as President of BlackBerry's Cybersecurity business unit from October 2021 to 2023, significantly enhancing its product portfolio and go-to-market strategy. Prior to BlackBerry, he was President and Chief Revenue Officer at McAfee from 2013 to 2020. He also held the role of Chief Operating Officer at AVG Technologies from 2011 to 2014. His career includes leadership positions at Solera, RealNetworks, and Nortel Networks. Giamatteo's extensive background in cybersecurity and enterprise software aligns with BlackBerry's mission to secure a connected future.
Career Milestones
- Appointed CEO of BlackBerry in December 2023 after leading its Cybersecurity business unit from 2021 to 2023.
- Served as President and Chief Revenue Officer at McAfee from 2013 to 2020.
- Held the position of Chief Operating Officer at AVG Technologies from 2011 to 2014.
- Held senior leadership roles at Solera, RealNetworks, and Nortel Networks.
- Recognized for driving innovation in cybersecurity and enterprise software across multiple global organizations.
About BlackBerry
BlackBerry, founded in 1984, is a Canadian software company specializing in secure communications and the Internet of Things (IoT). They help enterprises and governments with cybersecurity solutions, endpoint management, and embedded systems, particularly in regulated industries like automotive and financial services. Core features include secure communication, UEM, and the QNX operating system. Benefits include enhanced security and productivity.