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Buffalo, New York, Us

Tech Simplified is a leading source of information for Cloud Computing, AI, Tech Career advice and Allyship.Our MissionAt Tech Simplified, our mission is to empower professionals and students to flourish in the dynamic world of cloud computing and AI. WHO WE ARE:Tech Simplified is the leading source for information, education and entertainment centered on the fundamentals of Cloud Computing, AI, Soft Skills, and Allyship . WHY WE EXIST:There is a need for a voice that simplifies Cloud Computing, AI, Soft Skills, and Allyship. We are that voice. WHO WE SERVE:Students, entry level professionals, mid-career tech professionals, executives, and leaders within all types of organizations (public/private/non-profit). WHAT WE PROVIDE:A slate of live and online events and a growing content library that includes: video series, digital courses, podcasts and short form content.

Redmond, Washington, Us

In my role as a Senior Partner Technology Strategist at Microsoft, I leverage my expertise in telecom, global systems integrators (GSIs), and independent software vendors (ISVs) to drive success and innovation for our partners. Here’s a snapshot of my responsibilities:Technology Alignment: I guide partners to align their strategies with Microsoft's cutting-edge portfolio, promoting the adoption of our advanced products and services across the telecom, GSI, and ISV sectors.Partner Empowerment: I provide tailored technical guidance and training, enabling partners to design solutions utilizing Microsoft technologies. This includes conducting workshops and offering specialized product development consultancy to address industry-specific challenges.Solution Development: I collaborate with partners to ideate, construct, and launch solutions that cater to market needs while integrating Microsoft technologies. My focus is on identifying unique opportunities and shepherding solutions from concept to market launch.Go-to-Market Support: I lead efforts to provide partners with comprehensive support for effectively marketing and selling their solutions. This involves crafting compelling pitches, creating engaging marketing materials, and coordinating with Microsoft's sales teams to maximize reach.Driving Partner Revenue and Skilling: I play a crucial role in driving partner revenue and enhancing their skills. Acting as a partner CTO, I ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in the competitive tech landscape.My dynamic leadership and strategic decision-making skills have enabled our team to foster technological advancement, innovation, and the adoption of Microsoft technologies. Together, we unveil new business opportunities, helping partners fully realize the potential of the Microsoft ecosystem, enhancing their experience, and accelerating their growth.

Irvine, Ca, Us

In my role as a Microsoft 365 and Azure Security Technology Consultant II at Ingram Micro, I acted as a field CTO with a focus on Microsoft security, specifically within the Business Premium suite. Here’s an overview of my key responsibilities:Solution Advisory & Collaboration: I engaged with Microsoft associates to understand their security needs and advised on appropriate Microsoft 365 and Azure security solutions. This included discussing product features, capabilities, and best practices for implementation.Strategic Alignment: I worked closely with partners' executive and technical staff, as well as Senior Solution Sales Executives, to formulate business and technical strategies. By identifying needs and opportunities, we ensured alignment with their objectives and Microsoft's security solutions.Technical Enablement & Certification Preparation: I led technical training sessions for Microsoft partners and the Ingram Micro sales and support teams. This included guiding sales reps towards Microsoft fundamental certifications to enhance partner interactions and improve their technical proficiency.Partner and Sales Training: I trained partners' technical teams and sales reps, ensuring they were well-equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively promote and implement Microsoft 365 and Azure security solutions.Our collective efforts resulted in significant impact. By enabling partners to effectively leverage Microsoft 365 and Azure security solutions, we enhanced their IT security and customer service capabilities, driving growth. Additionally, shaping strategic plans, offering training, and preparing sales reps for certifications further contributed to the success of our partners and our own team. Notably, I grew my accounts by 25% year over year (YOY).

New York, Ny, Us

As the Director of Product Marketing at Axonius, I championed the customer perspective across our operations. My leadership was critical in fortifying our go-to-market strategy through deepened product understanding and refined positioning.Key achievements include:- Marketing-Product Collaboration: I bridged the gap between marketing and product teams, leveraging consumer insights to guide feature prioritization, positioning, and messaging.- Partnership Development: I worked in close alliance with integration partners, developing and executing joint go-to-market strategies that resulted in synergistic opportunities.- Content Creation:I took charge of crafting diverse product-centric materials, such as presentations, web content, solution briefs, and more, effectively communicating our product's features and benefits.My leadership was instrumental in ensuring Axonius remained customer-focused, innovative, and competitive, solidifying our position within the tech landscape.

Burlington, Massachusetts, Us

As the Senior Technical Product Marketing Manager, I supported the RSA SecurID Access product marketing activities with a focus on our partner integration program. ` ► Enabled sales and channel teams to clearly understand and articulate the technical product differentiators and benefits of partner integration use cases.► Product evangelist and spokesperson, communicated with inside sales and external stakeholders via means such as industry presentations and events, blogs, white papers, videos, and demos.► Assessed technical market requirements, investigate new technology partners and develop recommendations for technical partner product integrations.

Irvine, Ca, Us

I provided Field Presales Engineering too RSA Security Reseller Partners. Served as primary technical enablement advisor to reseller partners developed and executed technology roadmaps. ► Worked collaboratively with RSA Product Management, Technical Marketing, and Sales Engineering during the partner enablement process.► Maintained deep technical and business knowledge of Identity Access management, cloud computing, networking applications, industry directions, and trends in order to enable RSA channel.► Demonstrated RSA Security SecurID Access, NetWitness Suite, capabilities to perspective RSA customers via WebEx and at in-person events.► Developed the Ingram Micro RSA Proactive Enablement Series, that uncovered new RSA business opportunities.► Architected and designed next-generation Multifactor, SIEM and network packet capture solutions. ► Trained Ingram Micro Buffalo and Manila RSA marketing and licensing on how to position RSA portfolio.► Presented RSA Security SecurID Access as well as NetWitness strategy to reseller’s executives, technical management, and technical engineers to enable the partners to position and sell RSA solutions.► Worked as a subject matter expert in RSA SecurID Access, NetWitness Logs, Packets, and Endpoint.

Irvine, Ca, Us

I established myself as a conduit between Technical Support and the Sales Vendor and/or Reseller. I provided sales enablement and demonstrate the ways in which Ingram Micro can add technical value in the sales enablement process. ► Developed & executed enablement roadmaps for targeted partners both sales and technical ► Presented VMware Identity Access Mangement Suite at Tradeshows, Partner Expos and onsite to clients► Managed 300 accounts providing pipeline management and sales progression.► Proactively supported 62 sales representatives provided pipeline management leading to 20% YOY growth and resulting in $59 million in sales► Lead interactive VMware WebEx/White Board Technical/Sales presentations to increase partner enablement► Managed the entire US territory, responsible for $50 - $55 Million in annual VMware revenue.

Irvine, Ca, Us

I was promoted to this title because of my outstanding work ethic and results.► Provided bi-monthly return on investment (ROI) reporting for Microsoft ROK/OEM division, which incorporates Microsoft supporting activities as well as a bi-monthly value of Technical Support, based recommendations of vendor product► As the Microsoft ROK Server Lead Engineer, I am responsible for leading 40+ technicians (Buffalo and Manila) in building Microsoft Server solutions for Ingram Micro resellers► As Microsoft ROK Server Lead I coach engineers to understand the business value of Microsoft OEM/ROK, which enables the engineer to identify and position Microsoft OEM/ROK ► Pre-sales engineering responsibilities expanded to include Microsoft Server products (Server 2008, SCE, VMM, Hyper-V, SBS), Data Core, Veeam and Cisco Data Center product