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Eric Vaughan is the Chief Executive Officer of IgniteTech, a leading enterprise technology company at the forefront of the AI revolution and of GFI Software, an IT solutions marketplace for small and medium businesses deploying network management and performance, security and collaboration offerings. Eric is responsible for setting and executing the company's strategic vision and leading the global IgniteTech team as they leverage transformative AI technologies to drive continued business success and deliver exceptional customer value. With over 20 years of experience as a technology and M&A executive, Eric is widely recognized as an innovative force in the enterprise software space. He was the founder and CEO of three enterprise software companies, selling his last company and joining the acquirer as Chief Integration Officer, who was embarking on an acquisition binge, helping them successfully navigate 23 different acquisitions, including public companies, private firms, and several divisions from IBM. This experience gave Eric deep insights into driving seamless post-close integration and taking on CxO-level accountabilities for acquired businesses. As CEO, Eric is leading IgniteTech's transformation into an AI-first organization. Over the past 18 months, he has built a talented, future-ready team - upgrading skill sets and onboarding individuals passionate about embracing AI. This empowered, AI-focused workforce is developing revolutionary technology that positions IgniteTech as a leader in helping customers transition into the AI era. Under Eric's vision, the company equips clients with the tools and expertise to thrive in this transformative landscape. By aligning the entire organization around the promise of AI, Eric has cultivated an agile, innovative culture that delivers exceptional value through cutting-edge, AI-powered solutions.