Field CTO at VMware by Broadcom
Joined March 2007
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26 Jul 2023
I sat down with @vmwarecanada government leader Rodney Helal to discuss what Canadians want from digital services. Our conversation ranged from survey results to sovereign cloud with a focus on government innovation.
Ep 4 of our In Conversation series: bit.ly/3rMS3VD
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31 May 2023
Today I took a break for a community where everyone belongs and everyone is valued. Thanks for everything you do @CLToronto
#ITookABreak23
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26 May 2023
It was my pleasure to present the Public Sector CIO of the Year award to @ryanjhum, whose team was able to leverage data science tech to identify and return key historical data to Indigenous Communities across Canada. #DXAwards, @vmwarecanada, @itworldca
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22 Feb 2023
I’m excited to announce the launch of our In Conversation series. In our debut episode, Claude Reeves and I talk cybersecurity, remote work and what digital transformation means in today’s tech sector. Watch the full episode below: bit.ly/3Iqxgvp
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31 Jan 2023
76% of Canadian CIO's report that their influence has increased in the past three years. This is one of the insights from the annual CIO Census, which I dig into in the Financial Post. financialpost.com/technology…
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31 May 2022
Community Living believes in a society where everyone belongs and everyone is valued. I’m proud to be a part of @CLToronto! #ITookABreak22
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13 Sep 2021
How can tech have an impact on your community? Casey Pruden and I go deep in this podcast on how @vmwarecanada employees and @CLToronto worked together to react to Covid-19 and transform the organization through tech and volunteerism.
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13 Sep 2021
If partnerships are important to you and your business, you will enjoy our latest #StartupCanadaPodcast episode with @pnear and Casey Pruden. Be sure to listen at ow.ly/aqwQ50G7UHz @MastercardCA
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5 May 2021
I am excited to welcome Claude Reeves to lead VMware Canada! As Canadian organizations are deep into digital transformation and app modernization, Claude's background is perfect for our customers and partners at this turning point in Canadian IT.
5 May 2021
Please join us in welcoming our new VP and Canada country manager, Claude Reeves!🎉Be on the lookout as Claude supports Canadian organizations through their #DigitalTransformation journey!
Learn more about today’s announcement ⬇
bit.ly/3eZIBnP
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30 Apr 2021
Thank you for the recognition @CLToronto, it is a pleasure to be a part of your team and have an impact on the community!
29 Apr 2021
Since 2017, Peter has chaired our Technology Advisory Committee, helped with our tech needs, and also volunteered with this year’s first virtual United Way campaign. Thank you, Peter!
@UWGreaterTO
#LeadersInPhilanthropy #DonorLove #VolunteersRock #CLGratitude
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29 Apr 2021
Proud of @vmwarecanada employees for their contributions to community! During a global pandemic our staff contributed expertise, technology, and funding to help @CLToronto frontline heroes "work from anywhere" supporting thousands with intellectual disabilities.
29 Apr 2021
Since 2017, @VMware employees have helped w IT projects and prepared Shadow Lake for our summer guests. This past year, we were selected to receive a generous donation to help with tech needs for people in support.
#LeadersInPhilanthropy #DonorLove #VolunteersRock #CLGratitude
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29 Oct 2020
All suited up for today's discussion with @ShayneCorson27 and @JohnDathan on tech and mental wellness. Register here: ca.insight.com/en_CA/content…
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13 Jul 2020
I spoke with 680 News about Canada's virtual vacuum - 6/10 of Canadians want flexible work to continue but only 2/10 say their employer has communicated that as an option. More at this Wednesday's @vmwarecanada Evolve seminar.
vmware.com/learn/533433_REG.…
soundcloud.com/peter-near/68…
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9 Jul 2020
Join me and @vmwarecanada experts next Wednesday at VMware Evolve Canada! Half-day event to help you move from 5-Year Transformation Plan to Future-Ready *Now*. Register here: vmware.com/learn/533433_REG.…
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Peter Near retweeted
30 Jun 2020
From achieving business outcomes to ensuring continuity, our Technical Account Managers are there to help every step of the way. Our @MattThatITGuy dives into the @VMwareTAM program and his role in the latest #VMwareBlog. bit.ly/3ij2ze0
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10 Jun 2020
TAMs are a vital part in helping customers reach their business goals, long after the sale is over. In our latest Employee Spotlight: @MattThatItGuy discusses his role in assisting organizations with a growing remote workforce. bit.ly/3hb1ioG
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3 May 2020
Amazing example of government rallying in a time of need. Well done everyone (policy, tech, customer service, and many more) and on behalf of a grateful nation thank you!
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1 May 2020
How will Canadian Public Sector adapt to a new normal? Great dialogue this week with governments coast to coast sharing learnings & best practices among peers. In each @ConnectPSN conference city, @vmwarecanada is humbled to donate personal care kits to help local communities.
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Peter Near retweeted
30 Apr 2020
Peter Near from @vmwarecanada has been with us across our #PSNDigiGov series leading valuable discussions and sharing insights. Here's one of our favourites: "Government isn't a place, it's our people."
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27 Apr 2020
With fewer resources to fight a growing number of malicious attackers, decreasing cyber risk must be a top priority for SMBs. To assess your cybersecurity readiness, I shared three guidelines with @canadian_sme: bit.ly/2VWVrK1
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1 Apr 2020
Know someone who needs help getting a computer or internet to help their kids learn at home during COVID-19 isolation?
This website is collecting all of the resources across Canada to help lower-income families. Please share and/or volunteer. computersforkids.ca/
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