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Joe

Solutions Consulting Director
Americas

Career Development | Innovation & Impact

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

From the Americas to Amsterdam: Joe on Embracing Opportunities

Nine years and one international move later, Joe is a perfect example of embracing opportunities at Palo Alto Networks. After a rewarding assignment living and working in Amsterdam, he has now returned to the United States as a Solutions Consulting Director. Learn more about Joe’s experiences below.

You previously worked abroad in Amsterdam - what was that experience like? Do you have any advice for those who are considering working abroad?

Working with the Palo Alto Networks team in Amsterdam was an incredible experience; the entire EMEA group were fantastic collaborators. I enjoyed collaborating with different cultures and languages. I loved engaging with different cultures and languages, trying new foods, and experiencing events like King’s Day in the Netherlands.

If you’re considering an assignment abroad, I recommend being open-minded to how different cultures work and asking for help when you need it. There is a fantastic book called The Culture Map by Erin Meyer that is a great resource for understanding different cultural elements.

Now that you’re back in the United States, what has been the most exciting aspect of your new role?

I've enjoyed focusing on strategic accounts and coming back to the region I started in more than nine years ago as a core systems engineer. I've felt fortunate to be at a company that has not only supported but also fostered my growth.

How do you feel this shift has positively impacted your career path?

I've had a great career here at Palo Alto Networks: starting off as a core SE, moving into Cortex and leadership, gaining international experience living abroad in Amsterdam and covering EMEA and LATAM, scaling Commercial business in North America, and now focusing on some of our largest accounts in Strategics.

Palo Alto Networks has helped shape me into a better technologist/cyber professional and also helped me to become a better leader. I see myself continuing to grow. I'd like to continue to elevate my performance and grow into the most strategic elements of the business, where I can have the greatest impact.

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