Gregory Lehrer, Nutanix & Maciej Kranz, Pure Storage
At Nutanix .NEXT 2025, Gregory Lehrer, VP of business development & ecosystems at Nutanix, and Maciej Kranz, GM for enterprise at Pure Storage, sit down with theCUBE Research’s John Furrier and Bob Laliberte for a compelling discussion on the future of enterprise infrastructure. They explore how their companies are co-engineering solutions to simplify virtualization and modern data management. Lehrer and Kranz unpack how Nutanix and Pure Storage combine compute, storage and networking into a seamless, integrated experience. Their conversation centers on removing complexity and delivering scalable, high-performance systems built for AI-era demands. It’s a candid look at how strategic partnerships can shift the enterprise IT landscape in meaningful ways. The conversation turns tactical as the two leaders break down how these joint innovations translate to customer value. From workload flexibility to improved security posture, the duo emphasizes how aligned ecosystems drive agility and long-term resilience. For enterprises seeking smarter infrastructure strategies, this pair deliver clarity, confidence and actionable guidance.