Gonzalo Montenegro
About Gonzalo Montenegro
Gonzalo Montenegro serves as the Senior Director of Sales at Credo, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Inphi Corporation, Avago Technologies, and Marvell Technology. He has a strong background in strategic account development and excels in building customer relationships and driving sales growth.
Work at Credo Semiconductor
Gonzalo Montenegro serves as the Sr. Director of Sales at Credo Semiconductor, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and initiatives within the company, contributing to its growth and market presence. The position is based in San Jose, California, and operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Montenegro has extensive experience in sales leadership across several technology companies. He worked at Inphi Corporation as Sr. Director of Sales from 2016 to 2019 and later served as Associate Vice President of Sales from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he held the position of Director of Sales - Global Accounts - Cisco at Avago Technologies from 2007 to 2016. His career also includes roles at IDT, where he was Sales Manager and later Director of Sales.
Education and Expertise
Gonzalo Montenegro earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from San Jose State University, where he studied from 1985 to 1990. His educational background supports his expertise in custom products, including ASIC, Fiber Optics, and Memory products. He has demonstrated skills in strategic account development and has a proven track record of exceeding design wins at major accounts.
Skills in Sales and Customer Relations
Montenegro possesses strong skills in identifying and developing plans to address customer needs, which contribute to sales growth. He is effective at hiring, motivating, and monitoring sales representatives to achieve optimum performance. His excellent communication skills facilitate the development of strong relationships with customers and factory personnel.
Career Progression and Achievements
Throughout his career, Gonzalo Montenegro has held various positions that showcase his growth in the sales field. He worked at IDT as Marketing Manager from 1996 to 1999 and later transitioned to sales roles, including a four-year tenure as Sales Manager from 2000 to 2004. His career reflects a consistent focus on sales strategy and customer relationship management.