Brian Ackerson
About Brian Ackerson
Brian Ackerson serves as the Director of Professional Services at Ayla Networks, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in IoT and Automation, having previously held leadership roles at MessageOne, Motive, and Riverturn.
Current Role at Ayla Networks
Brian Ackerson serves as the Director of Professional Services at Ayla Networks since 2019. In this role, he has been instrumental in expanding the Professional Services team, successfully doubling its size and extending operations beyond North America to regions including EMEA, India, and China. He has led the Global Professional Services team to profitability within six months, managing various verticals such as OEMs, telecommunications, and retail. His responsibilities encompass profit and loss management, vendor management, and the development of statements of work.
Previous Experience at MessageOne, Inc.
Before joining Ayla Networks, Brian Ackerson worked at MessageOne, Inc. as the Director of Client Services for a brief period in 2006. His tenure lasted six months and took place in the Austin, Texas Area. This role contributed to his extensive background in client services and professional management.
Career at Riverturn, Inc.
Brian Ackerson held the position of Director of Major Accounts at Riverturn, Inc. from 2007 to 2019. Over the course of twelve years, he focused on managing significant client relationships and driving business growth in the Greater New York City Area. His experience at Riverturn further solidified his expertise in client management and professional services.
Experience at Motive, Inc.
Prior to his role at Riverturn, Brian Ackerson worked at Motive, Inc. as Practice Manager from 2000 to 2006. His six-year tenure in the Austin, Texas Area allowed him to develop skills in managing practices and enhancing service delivery, which contributed to his overall professional development.
Education and Expertise
Brian Ackerson studied Chemistry at Western Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1985 to 1990. He furthered his education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, obtaining a Master of Science in Chemistry from 1990 to 1992. His academic background complements his strong experience in IoT and Automation, including expertise in Cloud AWS, embedded software ESP32, mobile platforms such as Android and iOS, and voice SmartHome assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.