Ravi Soin Joins Smartsheet as Chief Information Security Officer Amid Notable Executive Changes in the Tech Sector

Ravi Soin has stepped into the role of Chief Information Security Officer at Smartsheet, bringing with him extensive experience from Edifecs, where he was part of the leadership team for over 14 years, and a decade at Microsoft, where he managed Bing’s social initiatives. Cynthia Tee, Smartsheet’s Chief Technology Officer, emphasized that Soin's leadership will enhance the company's commitment to security excellence as it scales its AI capabilities.

In a notable shift within the tech industry, Mark Hoffman has departed from Amazon after nearly 16 years. Most recently serving as Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Hoffman reflected on his tenure with gratitude, appreciating the intelligent and dedicated colleagues he worked alongside. He now looks forward to exploring new adventures in travel and family time.

Former Carbon CEO Derek Tu has joined Seattle-based startup Stacklok as Director of Product Management. The company is focused on developing AI assistants and tools, with Tu highlighting the importance of centralized governance for security leaders as enterprises adopt AI technologies. Tu's previous experience includes co-founding Carbon, which was acquired by a rival of OpenAI.

In other developments, Joseph Sunga has been promoted to Director of Product Management at Waabi, a Toronto-based autonomous vehicle startup with a Seattle engineering team. His career includes significant roles at various Seattle companies, enhancing his expertise in the field.

Sarah Bell has taken on the position of Pipeline and Portfolio Lead at E8 Angels, a climate-focused investment organization based in Seattle. Previously an operating partner at Leapsheep, Bell is dedicated to accelerating the clean energy transition and expanding opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs in climate tech.

Christin Camacho has left her role as Vice President of Marketing at LevelTen Energy after a successful seven-year tenure. She played a crucial role in raising awareness of innovative clean energy projects, facilitating significant transactions in the space. As she seeks new opportunities, she aims to impact clean energy and corporate sustainability.

Finally, Ross Kenyon, co-founder of Nori, has become an executive in residence at Washington Maritime Blue, promoting sustainability within the maritime sector. After launching Nori, which created a marketplace for carbon removal credits, Kenyon continues to support climate tech startups and their founders, underscoring his commitment to environmental innovation.