From VMware to Proofpoint: Dhawan’s Hilarious CEO Hop and Broadcom’s Corporate Chess Moves

Sumit Dhawan’s shift from VMware to Proofpoint as CEO, amid Broadcom’s corporate reshuffle, is the latest in VMware leadership changes. It’s like watching a business edition of ‘Survivor.’ For the employees left behind, it’s less reality TV and more of a cold Christmas countdown. Remember, strategy without execution is hallucination, folks!

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So, Proofpoint decided to give their CEO seat to Dhawan, formerly VMware's president. While Broadcom is busy playing musical chairs with VMware's staff and product lines, Proofpoint is straight-up swooping in for the talent. It's like a corporate version of "Survivor." As for the redundant employees, they've at least got a 60-day notice to pack their bags - just in time for Christmas. How thoughtful! In the end, it's all about strategic moves, but remember, strategy without execution is just hallucination.

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