Scot Hayden
About Scot Hayden
Scot Hayden is the Director of Channels at CyCognito, where he focuses on empowering partners to manage security risks. He has extensive experience in channel management and strategic planning, having held various leadership roles in technology sales across multiple companies.
Current Role at CyCognito
Scot Hayden serves as the Director of Channels at CyCognito, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on empowering partners to help their customers manage their attack surface by identifying and mitigating critical security risks. His leadership aims to enhance the effectiveness of channel partnerships, ensuring that they align with the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience in Technology Sales
Prior to his current role, Scot Hayden accumulated extensive experience in technology sales across various organizations. He worked at Websense as a Senior Strategic Channel Account Manager from 2010 to 2015, and later held positions at SentinelOne, Ixia, and Mimecast. His roles have consistently involved channel management and strategic partnerships, showcasing his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Scot Hayden studied at California State University, Fullerton, where he focused on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. His educational background supports his professional expertise in strategic planning and execution within the technology sales sector, particularly in building alliances with global integrators and resellers.
Skills in Strategic Partnerships
Scot Hayden is recognized for his strong skills in building strategic alliances with various partners, including global integrators, managed service providers (MSPs), national resellers, and regional or boutique value-added resellers (VARs). His approach emphasizes fostering trust and collaboration, which contributes to successful partnerships and effective channel strategies.
Leadership in Channel Management
Throughout his career, Scot Hayden has demonstrated a commitment to leadership in channel management. His previous roles, including Director of Channel Accounts at SentinelOne and Director of Strategic Channel Partners at FireMon, reflect his ability to drive channel growth and enhance partner relationships. His focus on innovation and loyalty has led to strong collaborations both internally and externally.