Hewlett Packard Enterprise Appoints Phil Mottram as Chief Sales Officer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has appointed Phil Mottram as Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, effective November 1, 2025. Mottram will lead HPE's global sales teams across Servers and Hybrid Cloud solutions, as well as its channel and partner ecosystem. He has over 30 years of experience in the technology sector and joins HPE from Aruba Networking, where he delivered record revenue growth and profitability. Mottram assumes leadership of HPE Global Sales from Heiko Meyer, who has decided to retire after 38 years with the company.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced the appointment of Phil Mottram as Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, effective November 1, 2025. Mottram will lead HPE's global sales teams across Servers and Hybrid Cloud solutions, as well as its channel and partner ecosystem. He brings over 30 years of experience in the technology sector, most recently delivering record revenue growth and profitability at Aruba Networking.

Mottram's appointment comes as HPE continues to strengthen its position in the market. The company recently reported robust third-quarter revenue, driven by strong demand in its networking and server divisions HPE Strengthens Networking Business Through Juniper Acquisition^[2]. Additionally, HPE has seen an increase in demand for its AI-optimized servers, which are backed by Nvidia processors. The company's acquisition of Juniper Networks, completed in July, has further bolstered its networking division Susquehanna Raises Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) PT to $21, Cites Juniper Networks Acquisition^[1].

Heiko Meyer, who has been with the company for 38 years, will be retiring. Meyer's departure marks a significant change in leadership for HPE's global sales division. Mottram's extensive experience in the technology sector and his track record of driving revenue growth at Aruba Networking position him well to lead HPE's sales efforts.

This appointment comes at a critical time for HPE, as the company continues to navigate the complexities of the AI and networking markets. With the rise of Generative AI, demand for HPE's AI-optimized servers has surged. The company's acquisition of Juniper Networks has also positioned HPE to take advantage of the growing trend of onshoring, which could provide additional revenue streams HPE Strengthens Networking Business Through Juniper Acquisition^[2].

While HPE has shown strong performance in recent quarters, the appointment of a new Chief Sales Officer highlights the company's commitment to continued growth and innovation. Mottram's leadership will be crucial in driving HPE's sales strategy forward and capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the evolving technology landscape.