Rene Bonvanie

Advisor to startups & VCs and CMO Emeritus of Palo Alto Networks

Rene Bonvanie is a seasoned professional with over 40 years of experience in product marketing, business development, general management, and board positions within the high-tech industry.

Throughout his career, Rene has contributed to leading companies such as INGRES Corp, Oracle Corp, VERITAS Corp, Business Objects, SAP, Salesforce.com, Serena Software, and Palo Alto Networks, showcasing his diverse expertise.

He has an extensive background in B2B enterprise technologies including security, databases & big data, development tools, ALM/DevOps, storage, ERP & CRM, and business intelligence, excelling in creative and effective positioning, communication, and demand generation.

Rene Bonvanie holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), providing him with a solid educational foundation.

With a remarkable portfolio of organizations, Rene has served in various key roles such as Independent Board Member, Executive Chairman of the Board, Executive In Residence, Advisor, and Chief Marketing Officer, demonstrating his strategic leadership abilities and industry influence.