Gregory Theakston
About Gregory Theakston
Gregory Theakston serves as the Director of Partner Success for the West Region at Bridgepointe Technologies, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, having held various leadership roles at companies such as TPx Communications, Windstream, and TelePacific Communications.
Work at Bridgepointe Technologies
Gregory Theakston serves as the Director of Partner Success for the West Region at Bridgepointe Technologies. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's growth and success from their Irvine, California office. In this role, he plays a key part in accelerating the sales pipeline for IT Strategists, ensuring that revenue goals are consistently achieved. His focus includes enhancing the work-life balance of IT Strategists while helping them meet their professional success metrics. He has been instrumental in developing IT Strategists by leveraging the strengths of over 150 technology service providers within the Bridgepointe supplier ecosystem.
Previous Experience at TPx Communications
Prior to his current role, Gregory Theakston worked at TPx Communications as the Director of the TPx Channel Program from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this position, he operated in both California and Las Vegas. His responsibilities included managing channel partnerships and driving sales initiatives, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
Career at Windstream and PAETEC
Gregory Theakston held the position of Regional Director at Windstream from 2011 to 2014, where he spent three years overseeing regional operations. Before that, he worked at PAETEC as a Business Development Manager for a period of ten months in 2010 to 2011. His experience in these roles helped to shape his expertise in business development and regional management.
Role at TelePacific Communications
At TelePacific Communications, Gregory Theakston had multiple roles, including Direct Sales Manager and Director of the Telepartner Program. He served as Direct Sales Manager from 2004 to 2010 for six years and again from 2014 to 2020 for another six years. His leadership in these roles focused on sales management and channel development, significantly impacting the company's channel strategy.
Education and Expertise
Gregory Theakston studied at Georgia Southern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from 1993 to 1998. His educational background provides a foundation for understanding client needs and enhancing partner relationships in his professional roles.