Sam Glacken
About Sam Glacken
Sam Glacken serves as the Regional Sales Manager for Western Canada at Axis Communications, leveraging his background in engineering and management science to excel in sales and business development. He has a diverse career that includes roles in both the financial sector and technology sales, demonstrating his adaptability and expertise.
Work at Axis
Sam Glacken has been serving as the Regional Sales Manager for Western Canada at Axis Communications since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales operations and driving business development initiatives in the region. His experience in managing sales operations is critical to his success in this position, allowing him to effectively engage with clients and meet their needs.
Education and Expertise
Sam Glacken holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Engineering and Management Science from Trinity College Dublin. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both technical and managerial aspects, which supports his current role in sales and business development within the technology sector.
Background
Prior to his current position, Sam Glacken worked at Ipsotek Ltd as General Manager for North America from 2016 to 2019. He also held the role of Business Development Manager at Ipsotek Ltd from 2013 to 2016. His career began in the financial sector, where he worked at Bank of Ireland Global Markets in various roles, including Credit Risk Analyst and Dealer in the Wholesale Liability Group.
Career Transition
Sam Glacken transitioned from a financial sector role to a technology-focused sales career, demonstrating versatility in his professional skills. His early experience in credit risk analysis and wholesale liability at Bank of Ireland Global Markets has contributed to his strategic approach in sales and business development.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Sam Glacken has accumulated diverse experience across different sectors. He worked at Bank of Ireland Global Markets for nearly two years in various capacities, including a year as a Dealer and nine months as a Credit Risk Analyst. His extensive background in engineering and management science complements his roles in sales and business development.