Keijo Niemistö
About Keijo Niemistö
Keijo Niemistö serves as the Regional Sales Manager for Nordic and Baltic regions at DataCore Software, where he has worked since 2023. He has a rich background in sales and account management, having held various positions at notable companies including CA Technologies, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and VMware.
Current Role at DataCore Software
Keijo Niemistö serves as the Regional Sales Manager for the Nordic and Baltic regions at DataCore Software. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's sales strategies and customer relationships in Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland. In this role, he focuses on expanding DataCore's market presence and enhancing customer engagement within the region.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to joining DataCore Software, Keijo Niemistö accumulated extensive experience in sales management across various technology companies. He worked at CA Technologies Finland as a Sales Manager from 1998 to 2001 and later returned to the company in different roles, including Regional Sales Manager and Field Partner Manager. His tenure at Hewlett Packard Enterprise as a Sales Specialist and at SimpliVity Corporation as Regional Sales Manager further solidified his expertise in the Nordic and Baltic markets.
Educational Background
Keijo Niemistö studied at the Trade School of Vaasa, where he achieved a qualification as an Electronic-Mechanic from 1978 to 1980. He furthered his education at Vaasa Polytechnic, earning a degree as an Electric Technician from 1983 to 1986. This educational foundation has supported his career in technology sales and management.
Expertise in Business Development and Account Management
Keijo Niemistö possesses significant expertise in business development and account management. He has a proven track record of developing successful partner channels for software, hardware, and related IT services. His skills include maintaining relationships with corporate and public sector customers, as well as service providers in Finland and the Baltics. He is recognized for his perseverance and ability to tackle business challenges effectively.
Career Timeline and Roles
Keijo Niemistö's career spans several notable positions in the technology sector. He worked at VMware as an Enterprise Account Manager from 2007 to 2011 and at Cisco as a Product Sales Specialist for Datacenter and Cloud Solutions from 2011 to 2014. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the IT landscape in the Nordic and Baltic regions.