Stephan Bugenhagen
About Stephan Bugenhagen
Stephan Bugenhagen is the Director of Sales at Arista Networks, with extensive experience in business development and sales in the networking technology sector.
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Stephan Bugenhagen is the Director of Sales at Arista Networks, a position he has held since 2015.
Professional Experience at Arista Networks
Stephan Bugenhagen has been with Arista Networks since 2015. Based in Dallas, Texas, he has been instrumental in advancing Arista's cloud networking solutions. Under his leadership, the company played a significant role in assisting AT&T with its network transformation, particularly concerning their cloud networking needs.
Role at Fujitsu Network Communications
Prior to joining Arista Networks, Stephan served as the Director of Business Development at Fujitsu Network Communications from 2011 to 2015. During his tenure in the Greater Philadelphia Area, he was responsible for driving strategic initiatives to expand the company's market presence and fostered business growth.
Career at Alcatel-Lucent
Stephan's experience includes a significant tenure at Alcatel-Lucent, where he held multiple roles. From 2005 to 2010, he served as Sr. Account Director and previously as Sales Director from 2002 to 2005. His responsibilities included managing key accounts and contributing to the company's sales strategies and execution.
Educational Background
Stephan holds an MBA in Marketing from the University at Albany, studied from 1985 to 1987. He also earned a BA in German/International Trade from the State University of New York at Oswego, completed from 1980 to 1985.
Early Career with AT&T
Stephan began his career at AT&T, serving as an Account Executive from 1987 to 1994, followed by a Market Manager role from 1994 to 1996. These positions provided a strong foundation in the telecommunications industry, where he honed his skills in sales and market management.
Specialized Expertise
Stephan's expertise encompasses managing complex sales situations, particularly in IP/MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, and Cloud Networking. He also possesses specialized knowledge in mobility data backhaul, EPC, and SDN/NFV technologies. His skills in facilitating cross-functional support and decision-making in sales scenarios are well acknowledged in the industry.