Ken Minard
About Ken Minard
Ken Minard is a Regional Sales Manager at Axis Communications with over 35 years of experience in the Life Safety & Security Solutions industry, specializing in IP-centric products. He has held various leadership roles in sales and management across several companies, demonstrating expertise in relationship sales and new business development.
Work at Axis Communications
Ken Minard has been serving as the Regional Sales Manager at Axis Communications since 2019. In this role, he operates within the Columbus, Ohio area, leveraging his extensive experience in the Life Safety & Security Solutions industry. His responsibilities include managing sales strategies and fostering relationships with clients to meet their security needs.
Education and Expertise
Ken Minard earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Hiram College, where he studied from 1981 to 1986. He has also achieved the designation of Axis Certified Professional (ACP) through training at Axis Communications. His educational background supports his over 35 years of experience in the security solutions sector, particularly in IP-centric products.
Background in Security Solutions
Ken Minard has a comprehensive background in the Life Safety & Security Solutions industry, having worked in various roles that emphasize both physical and electronic security solutions. His previous positions include Senior Account Manager at Simplex Time Recorder and Director of Life Safety & Security Solutions at Resource One Solutions, LLC. He has developed expertise in intrusion detection and integrated security systems.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current role, Ken Minard held several significant positions in the security industry. He was a District Sales Manager at Interlogix from 2014 to 2017, and a Regional Sales Manager at Allegion, PLC for a brief period in 2018 to 2019. He also served as VP Sales at Acree Daily from 2000 to 2006, contributing to his extensive sales management experience.
Focus on Business Development
Ken Minard has a strong interest in new business development and management within the security solutions sector. His approach to sales emphasizes relationship building, where he aims to understand and address the specific needs of his clients. This focus has been a key component of his success in various sales roles throughout his career.