James Sawyer
About James Sawyer
James Sawyer is a National Account Manager at Cogent Communications, where he has worked since 2017. He has a background in B2B enterprise sales and has held various positions in companies such as Time Warner Cable and Xerox.
Work at Cogent Communications
James Sawyer has served as a National Account Manager at Cogent Communications since 2017. In this role, he has contributed to the company's growth and expansion, particularly in the area of international B2B enterprise sales. His efforts have helped enhance Cogent's presence in over 1,100 data centers across 45 countries and 200 markets worldwide. Sawyer's focus includes working with multi-location corporate businesses and higher education institutions, leveraging his extensive experience in the telecommunications industry.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Cogent Communications, James Sawyer held various positions in the telecommunications sector. He worked at Time Warner Cable Business Class as an Account Executive for the Mid Market from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, he was employed at Windstream as an Enterprise Account Executive from 2016 to 2017. His experience also includes a role at Time Warner Cable as a Wifi Account Executive in the Orange County area from 2014 to 2015, where he focused on customer acquisition and service delivery.
Education and Expertise
James Sawyer studied at Capella University from 2009 to 2012, where he focused on E-Business and achieved a degree in Business Marketing. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective sales strategies and marketing initiatives in the telecommunications industry. Sawyer possesses extensive expertise in international B2B enterprise sales, particularly with multi-location corporate businesses and higher education institutions.
Sales Achievements
In January 2021, James Sawyer achieved 322% of his sales goal, making him the top sales representative globally for that month at Cogent Communications. Additionally, he met 171% of his total sales goal in Q1 2021, ranking second among National Account Managers. These accomplishments reflect his strong performance and commitment to driving sales growth within the organization.
Career Path and Roles
James Sawyer's career includes diverse roles across various industries. He began as a Mortgage Consultant at Elite Solutions in 2007 and held positions at Xerox as Manager of Print Services from 2012 to 2013, and as a Product Specialist at SOS Online from 2010 to 2011. He also worked at Nationstar Mortgage as an Account Executive and Credit Manager from 2006 to 2007. This varied experience has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of sales and customer relationship management.