Patrick Connolly
About Patrick Connolly
Patrick Connolly is a Sales Enablement Leader with extensive experience in technology marketing and sales enablement across various companies. He has held leadership roles at organizations such as Talend, IBM, and Acceldata, and possesses a strong background in data integration, governance, and business intelligence.
Current Role at Acceldata
Patrick Connolly serves as the Sales Enablement Leader at Acceldata, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing sales strategies and enabling teams to effectively engage with clients. His work is conducted remotely, allowing him to collaborate with diverse teams and clients across various locations.
Previous Experience at Talend
Prior to his current role, Patrick worked at Talend as the Senior Director of Technology Marketing and Sales Enablement from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in Redwood City, California, he was responsible for developing marketing strategies that supported sales initiatives and enhanced customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Connolly studied at Iowa State University, where he earned a degree in Management with a focus on Computer Sciences from the Ivy College of Business. His educational background complements his extensive experience in technology and business, allowing him to effectively bridge the gap between technical solutions and business strategies.
Career Background
Patrick has a diverse career spanning several roles in various organizations. He has held positions at IBM as a Product Strategy & Marketing Leader for ten years, and at DataOps.live as VP of Evangelism and Enablement for one year. His earlier roles include working as an Information Analyst II at Principal Financial Group and as a Director of Product Marketing at Baan Company.
Specializations and Skills
Patrick specializes in areas such as Data Integration, Data Quality, Data Governance, Business Intelligence, Big Data, ERP, and CRM. He is skilled in team building and mentoring, focusing on maximizing the potential of individuals and teams. His unique blend of technical acumen and business skills enables him to help clients formulate effective strategies for leveraging technology solutions.