Commvault has appointed global cybersecurity expert Melissa Hathaway to chair the Commvault Cyber Resilience Council. The council will work under Hathaway's guidance, advising on emerging security trends and cyber threats. It will further provide best-practice guidance on cyber resilience and offer crucial input on product development, partnership opportunities, and business strategy.

With more than three decades in cybersecurity and digital risk management strategy for governments, international establishments and Fortune 500 firms, Hathaway's expertise would bring a blend of policy, technical proficiency, and boardroom experience to the new role at Commvault. Hathaway, President of Hathaway Global Strategies, provides counsel to Fortune 500 companies in cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, and technology assessment. By advising her clients on emerging cyber threats, policy initiatives, regulations, and other industry matters, Hathaway contributes to the resilience and sustainability of their business operations.

Melissa Hathaway's experience extends to the highest levels of government. She has served in the administrations of Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush, leading the Cyberspace Policy Review and the Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative, respectively. For her commendable leadership, Hathaway has been honoured with the National Intelligence Reform Medal and the National Intelligence Meritorious Unit Citation.

Furthermore, Hathaway has collaborated with several international institutions, such as NATO, the International Telecommunications Union, the Organization of American States, and the World Bank. She's also affiliated with revered institutions, including the Harvard Kennedy School’s Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Canada’s School of Public Service, and Toronto Metropolitan University.

In regard to her role at Commvault, Hathaway expressed her enthusiasm, stating, "I'm delighted to serve as a strategic advisor to Commvault and work with members of the Cyber Resilience Council. In an era of non-stop and escalating cyber threats, the need for cyber resilience has never been more imperative. Commvault plays a leading role in helping companies detect, respond and, if necessary, quickly recover from attacks. I look forward to continuing to work with Commvault to advance resilience for organisations globally.”

In response to Hathaway's appointment, Sanjay Mirchandani, President and CEO of Commvault, said, "We are thrilled to have Melissa Hathaway, a true luminary in the field of cybersecurity, lead our Cyber Resilience Council. Her deep expertise, coupled with our mission, will undoubtedly help Commvault continue to pave the way for a safer, more resilient digital future.”