Frequently Asked Questions
Palo Alto Networks: Our Global Identity & Operations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Palo Alto Networks is a global company headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Palo Alto Networks is incorporated in the state of Delaware in the United States. We are a publicly traded company, listed on the New York NASDAQ stock exchange under the stock ticker PANW.
Palo Alto Networks was founded in 2005 by a team of innovators, including engineer Nir Zuk, whose vision helped redefine the cybersecurity industry.
The company's strategic direction and day-to-day operations are led by our Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Nikesh Arora, executive management team, and our board of directors.
Palo Alto Networks is a United States-based, multi-national company. We are headquartered and publicly listed in the United States.
We are a global organization serving tens of thousands of customers in over 150 countries. Our operations span the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); and Asia-Pacific and Japan (JAPAC), with major offices and innovation centers distributed worldwide.
Our R&D teams collaborate across the globe. We have a large R&D presence at our Santa Clara headquarters, and our innovation is powered by major hubs around the world, including Tel Aviv, Israel, and Bangalore, India. This distributed, global approach allows us to attract top engineering talent and drive continuous innovation.
The Americas region is home to our corporate headquarters in Santa Clara, California. We have a significant presence across the United States with employees in 49 states, including major offices in Texas and Virginia, as well as a strong and growing presence in Canada and key markets throughout Latin America.
Our EMEA operations are coordinated through major hubs in cities like London and Amsterdam. We have a strong presence across the Middle East with valued customers, partners, and employees throughout the region. This includes a key Research and Development center in Tel Aviv, Israel, and corporate offices in cities like Dubai, UAE, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Our JAPAC operations are headquartered in Singapore, serving a diverse and dynamic region. We have a substantial presence in key markets, including major offices in Tokyo, Japan; Sydney, Australia; and a significant technology and development center in Bangalore, India.
What is the company's policy on global affairs and political issues?
Our mission is to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life. This mission is universal and not political. Our focus is always the security of our customers.