Paul Franz
About Paul Franz
Paul Franz serves as the Vice President of Business Development at ALTR, where he focuses on data security and governance. He has held various leadership roles in sales and business development across multiple companies, including Powa Technologies and TrackingPoint.
Current Role at ALTR
Paul Franz serves as the Vice President of Business Development at ALTR, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on embedding data security into the critical path of data access within applications. He has been instrumental in promoting ALTR's no-code cloud platform, which facilitates rapid implementation of data control and protection. His efforts contribute to simplifying and unifying data governance and security, thereby enhancing customer confidence in data management.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his current role at ALTR, Paul Franz held several significant positions in business development and sales. He worked at Powa Technologies Ltd as Vice President of Business Development for six months in 2014, and previously served as SVP Channel Sales, North America at the same company from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he was Vice President of Sales at TrackingPoint for eight months in 2013. His experience spans various industries, contributing to his expertise in driving business growth.
Educational Background
Paul Franz earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business, where he studied from 1988 to 1989. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics from Southwestern University, where he studied from 1984 to 1988. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in business development and financial management.
Career History and Roles
Paul Franz has a diverse career history that includes various roles in sales and management. He worked at Bank One as a Commercial Lending Officer from 1989 to 1992 and served as Commodity Manager - DRAM at Technology Works, Inc. from 1993 to 1997. He also held the position of VP of Sales, Media at Bazaarvoice for six months in 2008-2009. This extensive experience has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to his current responsibilities.