James Donelan

James Donelan is a seasoned technology executive currently serving as the Vice President of Products at Netskope, a leading company in cybersecurity focusing on secure access service edge (SASE) and cloud security.1 In this role, which he has held since April 2021, Donelan leads product management for Netskope's data products, including Security AI, Advanced Analytics, Investigation, Security Data Lake, and real-time data infrastructure for customers.1

Career Highlights

Netskope Acquisition: Prior to joining Netskope, Donelan was the CEO and Founder of Trace Data, a company he started in May 2019. Trace Data was acquired by Netskope in April 2021, leading to Donelan's current position.1

Leadership Roles: Donelan has an impressive track record of leadership in high-growth technology companies:

• Chief Development Officer at Amplitude (2017-2019)
• Vice President of Engineering at MuleSoft (2012-2016)
• Vice President of Engineering at Lithium Technologies (2009-2011)

Entrepreneurship and Advisory: Beyond his corporate roles, Donelan is active in the startup ecosystem:

• He invests in and advises various startups focused on developers, data, and security.1
• He serves as an advisor to Atlantic Bridge Venture Capital, providing guidance to their portfolio companies.1

Expertise

Donelan's expertise spans several areas:

• Product management and development
• Cloud security and cybersecurity
• API and application security
• Enterprise integration
• Social CRM platforms
• Scaling engineering teams in high-growth environments

His experience in leading teams through significant growth phases and multiple funding rounds demonstrates his ability to navigate complex technological and business landscapes.1