Naveen Gowda
About Naveen Gowda
Naveen Gowda is an Enterprise Account Executive with extensive experience in sales and account management across various industries. He has held senior positions at notable companies such as SAP, Descartes Systems Group, and Talend, specializing in digital transformation and SAP's suite of products.
Work at Anaplan
Naveen Gowda currently serves as an Enterprise Account Executive at Anaplan, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on engaging with clients to drive business outcomes through Anaplan's planning and performance management solutions. His responsibilities include developing strategic relationships and leveraging Anaplan's platform to enhance operational efficiency for clients.
Previous Experience in Sales
Prior to his role at Anaplan, Naveen Gowda accumulated significant experience in sales and account management. He worked at Talend as a Senior Account Executive from 2021 to 2023, and at Descartes Systems Group as a Senior Account Executive for six months in 2020. His tenure at SAP included roles as a Senior Account Executive for Innovative Solutions and as an Account Executive for Intelligent Enterprise Applications, where he specialized in SAP's suite of products.
Education and Expertise
Naveen Gowda holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Accounting from the University of Mumbai, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Management Studies from the same university between 2007 and 2009. His academic background supports his expertise in digital transformation for large enterprises, with a focus on technologies such as RPA, AI, ML, and Analytics.
Global Sales Experience
Naveen Gowda has a diverse global sales experience, having lived and worked in Asia, the Middle East, and North America. This international exposure has equipped him with a unique perspective on market dynamics and client needs across different regions. His ability to engage with C-level executives has been instrumental in helping organizations leverage SAP best practices for future road mapping.
Career Progression
Naveen Gowda's career began at IDBI Bank, where he served as an Account Executive from 2009 to 2014 and later as a Strategic Account Manager from 2014 to 2015. He transitioned to the financial sector as a Financial Advisor at Scotiabank from 2016 to 2017. His progressive roles in sales and account management reflect a commitment to professional growth and a deep understanding of client relationship management.