Fernando Pena
About Fernando Pena
Fernando Pena is an experienced sales development professional currently serving as an SDR Manager at Augury in the New York City Metropolitan Area. He has a strong background in sales and recruitment, having previously held leadership roles at Augury and Pareto Law.
Current Role at Augury
Fernando Pena currently serves as the SDR Manager at Augury, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sales development team and driving strategies to enhance sales performance. His leadership has contributed to the team's success in predictive maintenance and AI diagnostics, particularly in collaboration with Fortune 500 manufacturers. He has been instrumental in achieving significant sales metrics, including exceeding pod quotas consistently.
Previous Experience at Augury
Fernando Pena has a notable history with Augury, having worked in various capacities prior to his current role. He served as the SDR Team Lead for five months in 2021, where he demonstrated leadership in sales development. Additionally, he worked as an Enterprise Sales Development representative from 2020 to 2021, and as a Senior Sales Development Representative focused on Industry 4.0, ML/AI, and IIoT for five months in 2021. His contributions during these roles helped Augury achieve its sales objectives.
Professional Background
Before joining Augury, Fernando Pena held positions at Pareto Law, where he worked as a Graduate Recruitment Manager and later as a Business Development Executive. His experience in recruitment and business development in the Greater New York City Area provided him with valuable skills in managing teams and driving sales initiatives. He also interned at the Kings County District Attorney's Office and Sodexo, gaining early exposure to professional environments.
Education and Academic Achievements
Fernando Pena studied at SUNY Oneonta, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business/Managerial Economics from 2015 to 2018. He also attended John Jay College (CUNY) for one year, focusing on Economics. His academic background has equipped him with a solid foundation in economic principles and managerial strategies, which he applies in his professional roles.
Sales Performance and Achievements
Fernando Pena has demonstrated exceptional sales performance throughout his career. He achieved over 150% of pod quota in multiple consecutive quarters from Q2 2022 to Q3 2023. His efforts culminated in reaching 176% of the pod quota in Q3 2023. This track record reflects his ability to drive results and contribute to the overall success of his teams.