Yoshihiro Akabane
About Yoshihiro Akabane
Yoshihiro Akabane serves as the Director of Partner & Channel Sales Japan at Denodo, a position he has held since 2019. With a strong background in sales management across various companies, he has developed expertise in channel development and enterprise sales within the IT sector.
Current Role at Denodo
Yoshihiro Akabane serves as the Director of Partner & Channel Sales Japan at Denodo. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's growth in the Japanese market. His responsibilities include managing partner relationships and channel sales strategies, focusing on expanding Denodo's presence and market share in Japan.
Previous Experience in IT Sales
Prior to his role at Denodo, Yoshihiro Akabane worked at Splunk as a Senior Partner Account Manager from 2016 to 2019. He also held the position of Sales Manager at Talend from 2013 to 2016. His career began at iPass, where he served as Country Manager for Japan and Senior Sales Manager from 2004 to 2013. These roles provided him with extensive experience in both direct and indirect sales within the IT sector.
Educational Background
Yoshihiro Akabane studied at Doshisha University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Sociology from 1987 to 1991. His academic background has contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics.
Business Development Expertise
Yoshihiro Akabane has a proven track record in business development, particularly in establishing new channel partners and expanding customer bases. He played a key role in launching a new business division focused on PCs, demonstrating his ability to achieve significant results in competitive markets.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
Yoshihiro Akabane possesses extensive knowledge of IT products, including servers, networks, and middleware. His experience as a systems integrator has equipped him with the skills necessary to sell effectively to both enterprise and government sectors.