Leandro Gimeno
About Leandro Gimeno
Leandro Gimeno is a Regional Sales Director at Backbase, with a robust background in sales and business development across various companies. He has significantly increased revenue in multiple roles, particularly during his tenure at Red Hat and Software AG.
Work at Backbase
Leandro Gimeno has been serving as the Regional Sales Director at Backbase since 2022. He is based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain. In this role, he focuses on driving sales initiatives and expanding the company's market presence in the region. His experience in sales management and business development contributes to Backbase's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Strands
Before joining Backbase, Leandro Gimeno held several key positions at Strands. He worked as the Chief Customer Officer from 2021 to 2022, and as Head of Global Sales from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, he served as the Sales VP for Latin America from 2017 to 2018 and as the Business Development Manager from 2014 to 2017. His tenure at Strands spanned eight years, during which he played a significant role in shaping the company's sales strategy.
Sales Management at Red Hat
Leandro Gimeno worked at Red Hat as the General Sales Manager from 2013 to 2014. During his time there, he achieved notable revenue growth, including a 228% increase in territory revenue for FY14 compared to FY13. He also secured a 118% revenue growth in the first half of FY15 compared to the same period in FY14, demonstrating his effectiveness in driving sales performance.
Educational Background
Leandro Gimeno studied at Universidad Nacional de Rosario, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics. He also studied Business/Managerial Economics at the same institution. Additionally, he attended the University of Cambridge, achieving a First Certificate in English (FCE). His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in sales and business development.
Career Progression and Achievements
Leandro Gimeno has a diverse career spanning several companies and roles. He has held positions such as Sales Director at Software AG and Managing Director at Progress Software. Throughout his career, he has consistently exceeded sales quotas and achieved significant revenue increases, including a 50% increase in BPE revenue for Software AG in 2011. His ability to secure new customers and drive growth has been a hallmark of his professional journey.