Dan Parelskin
About Dan Parelskin
Dan Parelskin serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at Apono, where he has been instrumental in driving sales growth since 2024. He has a notable track record in sales leadership, having secured significant contracts and received multiple awards throughout his career.
Current Role at Apono
Dan Parelskin serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at Apono, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sales strategy and execution, aiming to drive revenue growth and expand the company's market presence. His extensive experience in sales leadership positions him to effectively lead the sales team and implement strategies that align with Apono's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Prior to his current role, Dan Parelskin held several significant positions in sales leadership. He worked at Axis as Vice President of Worldwide Sales & Solutions Architecture from 2019 to 2022, where he played a crucial role in expanding the sales team and securing funding. He also served as Regional Vice President at Tanium, focusing on Government, Healthcare, and Education from 2016 to 2018. His experience includes leading teams and driving substantial annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth.
Achievements in Sales Performance
Dan Parelskin has a track record of notable achievements in sales performance. He secured the largest new logo for HackerOne at Amazon/AWS, marking the first $1 million ARR customer. His tenure at Axis was marked by significant ARR growth, and he was recognized as the Tanium GHE RVP of the Year in both 2016 and 2017. Additionally, he achieved 158% to plan as Global SSE Director at Axis, contributing to the success of the sales engineering team.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Dan Parelskin's career includes various roles that have contributed to his expertise in sales and solutions architecture. He has worked at companies such as McAfee, HackerOne, and E-LOAN, where he gained experience in account management and sales consulting. His role at Neustar, Inc. as Named Account Manager further solidified his skills in managing key accounts and driving sales initiatives. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead teams and achieve sales targets.
Educational Background
Dan Parelskin's educational background includes studies at Diablo Valley College, where he focused on Computer Science. He also attended the University of Arizona, studying Writing and Philosophy, although he did not complete his degree. His foundational education at Miramonte High School provided him with the early skills necessary for his career in sales and technology.