Ara Carter

Ara Carter is a seasoned technology professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in information technology consulting, engineering, and administration, particularly within Microsoft Windows environments. As the Director of Presales Engineering at Quest Software, Ara plays a pivotal role in managing the North America Inside, East, Central, and West pre-sales engineering teams, focusing on delivering cutting-edge Microsoft Platform Management solutions. His leadership extends to overseeing the Channel Architect team, which is dedicated to partner enablement and providing pre-sales consulting for Quest’s Global Service Integrator partners.

In his current role, Ara is instrumental in aligning subject matter experts with Quest Software’s North America Sales and Channels & Alliances teams, ensuring that both pre-sales and post-sales technical consulting are executed with precision. His expertise in Active Directory design, consolidation, and migration, as well as Microsoft Exchange migration, positions him as a key resource for organizations looking to optimize their IT infrastructure. Ara’s proficiency in systems management, virtualization, and directory services further enhances his ability to drive successful outcomes for clients navigating complex IT environments.

Key projects under Ara's guidance often involve large-scale migrations and implementations that leverage Quest’s innovative solutions, such as Quest vWorkspace and SharePoint. His commitment to excellence in system deployment and software as a service (SaaS) solutions not only empowers partners but also fosters long-term relationships that are crucial for sustained success in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. With a keen focus on delivering value and enabling partners, Ara Carter exemplifies leadership in the realm of presales engineering, making significant contributions to Quest Software's mission of providing exceptional technology solutions.