Diane Perry
About Diane Perry
Diane Perry serves as the Director of Global Inside Sales at CyCognito, bringing extensive experience in sales management and strategic planning across various technology companies. She has a strong background in enterprise software and SaaS sales, with a proven track record in building and managing sales teams and channels.
Work at CyCognito
Diane Perry currently serves as the Director of Global Inside Sales at CyCognito, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing sales strategies and operations on a global scale. Her responsibilities include overseeing the inside sales team and implementing effective sales processes to drive revenue growth. Perry's expertise in ROI-oriented selling is particularly valuable in the enterprise software and SaaS sectors, aligning with CyCognito's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Before joining CyCognito, Diane Perry held various sales leadership roles across multiple organizations. She worked at Corelight, Inc. as the Director of Inside Sales from 2017 to 2020, where she managed sales operations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, she was the Team Lead for Corporate Sales at Riverbed Technology from 2005 to 2010. Perry also held positions at ForgeRock, Lithium Technologies, and Nebula, Inc., where she developed significant expertise in sales operations and team management.
Education and Expertise
Diane Perry earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of South Carolina. Her educational background complements her extensive experience in sales, particularly in building and managing VAR channels in early-stage product and market environments. Perry has a strong focus on strategic planning and training within sales operations, which enhances her effectiveness in her current and previous roles.
Sales Skills and Specializations
Diane Perry specializes in ROI-oriented selling, particularly within the enterprise software and SaaS sectors. She has developed skills in systems integration and sales operation processes throughout her career. Perry is recognized for her ability to hire, develop, and retain top talent in sales teams, contributing to the overall success of the organizations she has worked for. Her strategic approach to sales operations has been a key factor in her professional achievements.
Career Progression and Roles
Diane Perry's career includes a diverse range of roles that showcase her expertise in sales and operations. She has worked as a Consultant at Principal for a brief period in 2016 and served as the Global Head of Inside Sales at SOC Prime for three months in 2021. Additionally, she was self-employed as a Global Cybersecurity Inside Sales consultant in 2020. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing sales strategies and operations across various technology sectors.