John Degnan
About John Degnan
John Degnan is a Sales Manager at Compass Mining, with a diverse background in sales and biochemistry. He has held various roles in companies such as Windstream Communications and T-Mobile, and has received multiple awards for his sales performance.
Work at Compass Mining
John Degnan has been serving as the Sales Manager at Compass Mining since 2021. He is based in Irvine, California, where he focuses on driving sales initiatives and enhancing customer engagement. His role involves understanding client needs and providing tailored solutions to meet those needs effectively.
Previous Experience in Sales
Prior to his current position, John worked as an Enterprise Account Executive at T-Mobile from 2019 to 2021 in Irvine, California. He also held a similar role at Windstream Communications from 2014 to 2018 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he served as a Senior Account Executive at Cbeyond from 2012 to 2014, also in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Educational Background
John Degnan studied at San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. His studies included coursework in Biochemistry and Japanese, spanning from 2005 to 2010. He also attended Bellarmine College Preparatory from 2001 to 2005 and furthered his education at Saint Claires.
Achievements in Sales
Throughout his career, John has received recognition for his sales performance. He achieved the President's Club award twice, first in 2014 at Cbeyond and again in 2016 at Windstream Communications. These awards reflect his strong focus on customer-centric sales and his ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
Background in Research and Technology
Before transitioning into sales, John worked as a Bioengineering Research Lab Associate at the San Jose State University Research Foundation from 2007 to 2011. He also gained technical experience as a Service Technician at ACM Aviation from 2006 to 2008. This background in research and technology has contributed to his analytical approach in sales.