Hillary Burgess
About Hillary Burgess
Hillary Burgess is a Senior Account Executive at DataBank, with extensive experience in sales and account management across various technology companies, including NetApp and Rackspace Technology. She has a proven track record of exceeding sales targets and is recognized for her innovative sales strategies.
Current Role at DataBank
Hillary Burgess serves as a Senior Account Executive at DataBank, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for managing client accounts and driving sales initiatives. Her experience in the technology sector, particularly in cloud and SaaS sales, positions her to effectively meet the needs of her clients in the San Antonio, Texas area.
Previous Experience at NetApp
Prior to her current role, Hillary Burgess worked at NetApp as an Enterprise Account Manager for Spot.io from 2022 to 2023. In this capacity, she focused on enterprise-level accounts, leveraging her expertise in infrastructure automation. She also held the position of Sales Specialist for Spot.io at NetApp for a brief period in 2023, further enhancing her skills in sales and client management.
Career at Rackspace Technology
Hillary Burgess has extensive experience at Rackspace Technology, where she held multiple positions over several years. She began as an Inside Sales Representative for Enterprise accounts in 2016, progressing to roles such as Account Development Representative, Senior Account Executive, and Client Executive. Her tenure at Rackspace included significant contributions to sales strategies and client relations, particularly in the commercial and mid-market segments.
Education and Academic Background
Hillary Burgess earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies with a focus on Corporate Communication from The University of Texas at Austin. She attended the university from 2010 to 2014, where she developed a strong foundation in communication principles that have supported her career in sales and account management.
Sales Achievements and Recognition
Throughout her career, Hillary Burgess has received awards for her sales achievements, particularly in cloud and SaaS sales. She is recognized for consistently surpassing sales expectations, even in the face of quota increases. Her approach to sales is characterized by creativity and instinct, contributing to her success in various roles across the technology sector.