Krzysztof Celmer
About Krzysztof Celmer
Krzysztof Celmer serves as the Regional Sales Director for ControlUp, overseeing operations in the Netherlands, Eastern Europe, Russia, Turkey, and India. He has extensive experience in sales leadership across various technology companies, focusing on developing indirect sales channels and driving successful sales strategies.
Current Role at ControlUp
Krzysztof Celmer serves as the Regional Sales Director for ControlUp, overseeing operations in the Netherlands, Eastern Europe, Russia, Turkey, and India. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's sales strategy and execution in these diverse markets. His role involves developing indirect sales channels and fostering relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to drive sales initiatives.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Before joining ControlUp, Krzysztof Celmer held several significant sales leadership roles. He worked at ADT Group sp. z o.o. as Director of Sales for six months in 2019. His previous positions include Country Manager at Citrix and IT Solutions Director at Huawei Technologies, where he was part of the Global Solution Elite Team. He also served as Country Manager at NetApp for nine years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to sales excellence in the technology sector.
Expertise in Cloud Transformation Projects
Krzysztof Celmer has extensive experience in leading Cloud Transformation projects, collaborating with CxOs and Directors at telecommunications carriers across Europe. His work focuses on the application of various Cloud technologies, including OpenStack, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Software-Defined Storage (SDS), Containers, and Platform as a Service (PaaS) to enhance Private Clouds for IT, Cloud Telephony (CT), and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV).
Educational Background
Krzysztof Celmer studied at the University of Warsaw, where he achieved a degree from the Department of Mathematics, Informatics, and Theoretical Mechanics. This educational foundation supports his expertise in technology and sales, enabling him to navigate complex technical environments effectively.
Career Timeline and Roles
Krzysztof Celmer's career spans multiple roles in various companies. He began as a System Engineer at SCO in 1995, progressing to Sales Manager at Digi International in 1997. He held positions at Sun Microsystems Poland, Hitachi Data Systems, and Open Cloud Consulting, among others. His diverse experience across different regions and sectors has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the sales landscape.