Steve Foley
About Steve Foley
Steve Foley is the Director of Federal Sales at Dremio and has over 25 years of experience in sales leadership across public and private sectors. He has held various leadership roles in multiple companies, demonstrating a strong reputation for building and operating start-ups effectively.
Work at Dremio
Steve Foley serves as the Director of Federal Sales at Dremio, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on expanding Dremio's presence within the federal sector. His responsibilities include developing sales strategies tailored to government clients and fostering relationships that drive business growth. Foley operates from the Washington DC-Baltimore Area, where he leverages his extensive experience in federal sales to enhance Dremio's offerings.
Previous Experience in Federal Sales
Before joining Dremio, Steve Foley held several significant positions in federal sales. He was the U.S. Federal Director at Fortanix from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Public Sector at EDB for one year. His career also includes roles as Sales Leader for Federal at Cohesity and Federal Sales Director at Actifio, among others. Foley's diverse background in federal sales spans over 25 years, showcasing his expertise in the public sector.
Education and Expertise
Steve Foley studied at Loyola University Maryland, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from 1987 to 1990. His educational background complements his extensive experience in sales leadership. Foley is recognized for his systems thinking and innovative sales strategies. His unique approach to sales is characterized as 'gnarly,' reflecting his ability to navigate complex sales environments effectively.
Background in Sales Leadership
With over 25 years of experience in sales leadership, Steve Foley has developed a reputation for building and operating start-ups effectively. His career includes various leadership roles across both public and private sectors. Foley's experience encompasses positions at notable companies such as Hewlett Packard Enterprise, NetApp SolidFire, and TEKsystems, where he contributed to strategic sales initiatives and business development efforts.
Career Progression
Steve Foley's career progression illustrates a strong trajectory in sales leadership roles. He began as Executive Director for U.S. Federal Strategic Accounts at TEKsystems in 2002 and advanced through various positions, including Director of Business Development at 3PAR and General Manager for U.S. Federal at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. His roles have consistently focused on federal sales, demonstrating his commitment to this sector.