David Shelley
About David Shelley
David Shelley is an Account Executive at Cogent Communications, specializing in solutions for corporate and netcentric customer segments. He has over a decade of experience in the telecommunications industry, having previously held positions at CyrusOne, NSFOCUS, Yodle, and Gartner.
Work at Cogent Communications
David Shelley has been employed at Cogent Communications as an Account Executive since 2020. In this role, he specializes in providing solutions tailored to both corporate and netcentric customer segments. His client base includes small businesses as well as Fortune 100 companies. Shelley contributes to the company's extensive network, which services over 219 major markets and interconnects with more than 7,864 other networks. His focus is on delivering high-value solutions that meet the specific needs of his clients.
Previous Experience at CyrusOne
Before joining Cogent Communications, David Shelley worked at CyrusOne as a Business Development Manager from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this role, he operated out of San Jose, California. His responsibilities included driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships within the data center industry.
Experience at NSFOCUS
David Shelley served as an Account Executive at NSFOCUS for a period of nine months from 2016 to 2017. His role was based in Santa Clara, California, where he focused on sales and customer relationship management within the cybersecurity sector.
Background in Sales and Technology
Shelley has a diverse background in sales and technology, having worked at Yodle as an Account Executive from 2011 to 2014 and at Gartner as a Software Advisor from 2014 to 2016. His experience encompasses consultative sales, where he emphasizes understanding client needs to deliver effective solutions. He has a solid foundation in delivering Internet access and data transport services through a facilities-based network.
Education and Expertise
David Shelley studied at City College of San Francisco, where he focused on Psychology from 2009 to 2011. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in understanding client behavior and needs in sales. This foundation has contributed to his success in consultative sales and solution delivery.