Gary Fournier
About Gary Fournier
Gary Fournier is a Global Accounts Manager at Acquia with a background in Homeland Security and extensive experience in business development and intelligence analysis. He has worked with multinational teams and major brands to enhance data usability and market readiness.
Current Role at Acquia
Gary Fournier serves as the Global Accounts Manager at Acquia, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he collaborates with some of the world's largest brands to enhance data usability and expedite time to market through Acquia's Digital Experience Platform. His responsibilities include managing key accounts and ensuring that clients leverage Acquia's solutions effectively.
Previous Experience at Gartner
Prior to joining Acquia, Gary Fournier worked at Gartner in various roles from 2018 to 2022. He served as a Business Development Manager for Michigan and Minnesota, followed by positions as an Account Executive focusing on Emerging Technology Providers and as a Senior Account Executive for the Department of Defense. His tenure at Gartner included recognition in the Winner's Circle in 2020 for exceptional performance in business development.
Military Background
Gary Fournier has an extensive military background, having served in the US Army as an All-Source Intelligence Analyst from 2007 to 2018. His experience includes providing briefings to senior civilian leaders and General Officers at US CENTCOM, as well as working in various austere environments. This role contributed to his ability to build rapport with multi-national teams.
Education and Qualifications
Gary Fournier studied at American Military University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Homeland Security from 2013 to 2018. He is currently pursuing an Executive MBA at the University of South Florida Muma College of Business, expected to complete in 2024. His educational background supports his professional roles and enhances his strategic capabilities.
Early Career at Il Camino Restaurant Inc
Gary Fournier began his career at Il Camino Restaurant Inc, where he worked as a Dishwasher and Cook from 2003 to 2007 in Leominster, Massachusetts. This early experience in the service industry provided him with foundational skills in teamwork and customer service.