John Palek
About John Palek
John Palek is the Director of Market Development at Afterpay, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in sales and market development, having previously worked in various roles at Target 250, YourAmigo, Selling Simplified, and YourAnswer.io.
Current Role at Afterpay
John Palek serves as the Director of Market Development at Afterpay since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for driving market strategies and initiatives to enhance the company's presence in the payment solutions sector. His work is based in Denver, Colorado, where he leverages his extensive experience in market development to contribute to the company's growth.
Previous Experience at YourAmigo
Prior to his current position, John Palek held multiple roles at YourAmigo from 2010 to 2020. He initially served as the Director of Inside Sales from 2010 to 2013, followed by the role of Director of Sales from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as the Vice President of Customer Engagement from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at YourAmigo spanned a decade, during which he focused on sales strategies and customer engagement.
Experience at Target 250
John Palek worked at Target 250 from 2007 to 2010, where he held various positions including Manager of Operations, Business Development Executive, and Data Research Associate. Over the course of three years, he contributed to operational management and business development efforts, gaining valuable experience in the industry.
Educational Background
John Palek studied at the University of Phoenix, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. His studies spanned from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he attended Lackawanna College, where he pursued studies in Business. This educational foundation supports his expertise in market development and business operations.
Leadership Role at Selling Simplified
From 2013 to 2014, John Palek served as the Vice President of Global Delivery at Selling Simplified. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing global delivery operations, focusing on enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction during his one-year tenure in the Greater Denver Area.