Brian Yi
About Brian Yi
Brian Yi is a Deals Desk Analyst at Arista Networks with a background in order management, enterprise development, and client partnerships.
Current Role at Arista Networks
Brian Yi currently serves as a Deals Desk Analyst at Arista Networks. His role began in 2023, where he focuses on developing deal approval frameworks and collaborating with industry partners to facilitate the approval of discounts and rebates. Brian's responsibilities also include optimizing business operations for acquired firms and ensuring that quote-to-cash processes and deal desk authorizations run smoothly.
Past Experience at Arista Networks
Previously, Brian Yi worked as an Order Management Specialist at Arista Networks from 2021 to 2023 in San Jose, California. During his tenure, he was involved in the management and streamlining of order handling processes, ensuring the seamless execution of order management functions within the company.
Career Journey at Forescout Technologies and Yelp
Before joining Arista Networks, Brian Yi served as an Enterprise Development Representative at Forescout Technologies Inc. from 2019 to 2021 in Santa Clara, California. Prior to that, he held positions at Yelp in San Francisco, California, being a Local Client Partner from 2018 to 2019 and an Account Executive from 2017 to 2018. These roles saw him working closely with clients to manage accounts and develop business relationships.
Early Professional Background
Brian Yi's earlier career includes his role at Impakt Holdings LLC in Santa Clara, where he worked in Global Operations from 2016 to 2017. This position involved managing international operations and further polished his skills in handling global business initiatives.
Education Background
Brian Yi earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics with a minor in Finance from San Jose State University, attending from 2014 to 2017. Prior to this, he studied Economics at Diablo Valley College and Los Medanos College from 2011 to 2014. His solid educational foundation in economics and finance contributes to his analytical and strategic approach in his professional roles.