Günther F. Derstroff
About Günther F. Derstroff
Günther F. Derstroff is a Senior Sales Director at Denodo, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in sales and account management across various companies in the technology sector, including BackOffice Associates, Winshuttle, and Progress.
Current Role at Denodo
Günther F. Derstroff serves as the Senior Sales Director at Denodo, a position he has held since 2018. Based in Munich, he has contributed to the company's focus on data virtualization, which is a critical aspect of modern data integration architecture. His role involves driving sales strategies and fostering client relationships to promote Denodo's data virtualization solutions.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to his current role, Günther held various sales positions across multiple organizations. He worked as a Sales Executive at BackOffice Associates from 2016 to 2017 and as a Strategic Account Executive at Winshuttle from 2014 to 2016. His experience also includes a tenure as an Interim Director of Sales at SolveDirect and as an Account Executive at Software AG, where he focused on key accounts such as Siemens AG.
Long-Term Career in Sales and Management
Günther's career spans several decades, beginning as a Regional Sales Manager at Progress from 1993 to 1997. He then transitioned to Informix as a Key Account Manager for Siemens from 1997 to 1999, followed by a decade at IONA Technologies, which was acquired by Progress. His extensive background in sales management has equipped him with a deep understanding of the technology sector.
Educational Background
Günther studied at Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen, where he earned a Diplom-Ingenieur degree in Elektrotechnik and Nachrichtentechnik, with a minor in Informatik. His education spanned from 1983 to 1987, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering and technology that supports his career in sales and data solutions.
Focus on Data Virtualization Trends
Günther has been instrumental in promoting data virtualization as a key delivery style in data integration architecture. His focus aligns with industry trends, particularly Gartner's predictions for 2022. He emphasizes accelerating time to insights and data services without the need for data copying or movement, reflecting the evolving landscape of data management.