Eric is the Chief Analyst at 451 Research and coordinates industry analysis across the broad portfolio of 451 research disciplines, with an extensive, hands-on understanding of a range of subject areas, including networks, virtualization, security and semiconductors and their intersection in areas such as SDN/NFV, hyperconvergence and the Internet of Things (IoT). Full Bio

Eric is the Chief Analyst at 451 Research and coordinates industry analysis across the broad portfolio of 451 research disciplines, with an extensive, hands-on understanding of a range of subject areas, including networks, virtualization, security and semiconductors and their intersection in areas such as SDN/NFV, hyperconvergence and the Internet of Things (IoT). Eric helps 451 Research’s clients navigate these turbulent waters and capitalize on potential outcomes.

He is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and a VMware Certified Professional (VCP), and is a frequent speaker at leading industry events.  Minimize

Liam Eagle is a Research Director and Head of Voice of the Enterprise (VotE) and Voice of the Service Provider practices at 451 Research, a part of S&P Global Market Intelligence.  Full Bio

Liam Eagle is a Research Director and Head of Voice of the Enterprise (VotE) and Voice of the Service Provider practices at 451 Research, a part of S&P Global Market Intelligence. As head of VotE, he leads the production of 451's enterprise survey research, and with Voice of the Service Provider, he leads surveys on IT decision-making within service provider organizations.

His research focuses on service providers, with an emphasis on cloud, hosting and managed services, and how those service providers acquire, build and deliver the related technologies.

Prior to joining 451 Research, Liam was editor-in-chief at the Web Host Industry Review, where he managed a full-time editorial staff, along with dozens of freelancers and other contributors. In several years as co-chair of HostingCon, he developed the educational program for one of the industry's most highly regarded and well-attended events.

In roughly 20 years covering the technology services market, Liam has closely followed many of the trends that have shaped the business, platforms and partner ecosystems involved. He speaks frequently at client and industry events and is frequently quoted in technology and business publications. He holds a Bachelor of Journalism degree from Ryerson University in Toronto. Minimize