Paul Alistair Maritz (born March 16, 1955) is a computer scientist and software executive.

[citation needed] After finishing his graduate studies, Maritz had a programming job with Burroughs Corporation and later became a researcher at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, before moving to Silicon Valley in 1981 to join Intel.

Bill Gates stated that "Paul's vision and technological insight has had a major impact not only on Microsoft but on the entire computer industry.

[20] In April 2013, he was announced as the CEO of GoPivotal, Inc. (Pivotal), a venture funded by General Electric (GE), EMC and VMware which he led until August 2015.

[25] Maritz is in charge of Acronis’ governance and leadership as the company enhances its position in the service provider industry and prepares for further expansion.

[27] He is the chairman of the board of the Grameen Foundation, which provides microfinance support and sponsors third-world development projects.

[28] Maritz is interested in wildlife issues and helps developing countries to use technology to improve life.

[30] As well in 2011, the Silicon Valley Business Journal announced Paul Maritz as the Executive of the Year.