PALO ALTO, Calif., March 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TIBCO Software Inc. today announced that Murat Sonmez, who currently serves as TIBCO's executive vice president of Strategic Markets, will assume the role of executive vice president, Global Field Operations. After four years of serving in this position, Christopher Larsen is stepping down.

In addition, TIBCO has appointed new heads for International and European Field Operations. Robin Gilthorpe, currently senior vice president of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), has been promoted to an expanded role as head of International Field Operations, while Fabio Pulidori, currently regional vice president of Southern Europe, has been promoted to senior vice president, EMEA. All appointments are effective immediately with plans in place to ensure a smooth transition.

"Chris has made a significant contribution to TIBCO over the past four years, and I wish him well in his future endeavors," said Vivek Ranadive. "I'm excited to have Murat Sonmez, a seasoned TIBCO executive, assume the leadership role for our global field organization. In addition, I'm pleased to announce expanded roles for both Robin and Fabio. Each of these sales leaders has a proven track record of success at TIBCO."

Mr. Sonmez has been with TIBCO and its predecessor company for more than 10 years. His most recent role as executive vice president, Strategic Markets, included responsibility for TIBCO's global financial services and telecommunications business. Previous management positions also include chief marketing officer and general manager of EMEA Operations.

Prior to his new position, Mr. Gilthorpe was responsible for TIBCO's client-related delivery and sales activities across EMEA. Under his leadership, TIBCO experienced a substantial increase in revenue and profitability across the region. Mr. Gilthorpe's previous management positions include senior vice president of TIBCO Financial Services. Mr. Pulidori has been with TIBCO for more than eight years, most recently as regional vice president of Southern Europe, and has held, at various times, specific responsibility for field operations in Italy, France, Iberia, the Middle East, and North Africa. Under his leadership, TIBCO has established and expanded a strong base of operations across the region.

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