John (J.D.) Filippone
About John (J.D.) Filippone
John (J.D.) Filippone serves as the Deputy Director of Revenue Operations at Catchafire, having previously held various roles in sales and operations within the data center industry. He has a strong background in implementing CRM platforms and driving marketing initiatives that significantly increased brand presence and customer acquisition.
Current Role at Catchafire
John (J.D.) Filippone serves as the Deputy Director of Revenue Operations at Catchafire, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing revenue operations and implementing strategies to enhance the organization's financial performance. His focus includes optimizing sales processes and fostering relationships that contribute to the organization's growth.
Previous Experience in Revenue Operations
Prior to his current role, Filippone worked at Digital Fortress Data Centers and Colocation as a Sales Operations Manager from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Sales Operations Manager at DP Facilities Data Centers from 2019 to 2021. His experience in these roles involved managing sales operations and supporting revenue generation initiatives.
Early Career Background
Filippone began his career in the hospitality industry, working as a Banquet Manager at Belmont Country Club for six months in 2017. He later transitioned to the technology sector, where he served as a Business and Sales Associate at DP Facilities Data Centers in 2018. His early roles included a position as a Camp Counselor at YMCA of Delaware from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Academic Background
Filippone attended James Madison University from 2013 to 2017, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Administration/Management. He also completed a minor in Business/Commerce during his studies. His academic background provided him with foundational knowledge applicable to his career in operations and management.
Achievements in Sales and Marketing
Throughout his career, Filippone has implemented a foundational CRM platform that supported sales and marketing teams nationally. He completed multiple implementations, including HubSpot, Zoominfo, Salesforce CRM, Salesforce CPQ, and Salesforce Pardot. His efforts facilitated significant growth in brand presence and customer acquisition, generating over $700,000 TCV within the first year through targeted marketing initiatives.