Kelly Kohlleffel
About Kelly Kohlleffel
Kelly Kohlleffel serves as the Senior Global Director of Partner Sales Engineering at Fivetran, bringing 30 years of experience in technology and enterprise software. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including Oracle and Hortonworks, and hosts the Fivetran Data Drip Podcast.
Work at Fivetran
Kelly Kohlleffel serves as the Senior Global Director of Partner Sales Engineering at Fivetran, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Houston, Texas, she focuses on enhancing partner relationships and driving sales engineering initiatives. In her role, she also hosts the Fivetran Data Drip Podcast, which emphasizes eliminating negative engineering and automating data movement. Her extensive experience in technology and data solutions supports her efforts in this capacity.
Previous Experience in Technology and Sales
Kohlleffel has accumulated 30 years of experience in technology, data, and enterprise software. Prior to her current role, she worked at NTT DATA Services as VP GTM Hashmap, overseeing sales, technical sales, marketing, and alliances from 2017 to 2022. She also held the position of Global Account Manager at Hortonworks from 2013 to 2017, where she contributed to the establishment of the open-source Hortonworks data platform in the Oil & Gas industry.
Career Background in Enterprise Software
Kohlleffel's career includes significant roles at Oracle Corporation, where she was the Key Account Director for the Oil and Gas Industry from 2003 to 2013. During her decade at Oracle, she managed key international enterprise accounts and led a multi-product line team. Earlier in her career, she worked as an Account Executive at BCS Systems and Wang Laboratories, gaining foundational experience in sales and account management.
Education and Expertise
Kohlleffel earned her Bachelor's Degree in Business Marketing from Texas A&M University, where she studied from 1987 to 1990. Her educational background complements her extensive professional experience in technology and enterprise software, enabling her to effectively contribute to various organizations throughout her career.
Achievements in Data Solutions
Throughout her career, Kohlleffel has played a pivotal role in driving the adoption of Connected Data Solutions and Advanced Analytics, particularly in the Oil & Gas industry. Her leadership in establishing the Hortonworks data platform has significantly influenced the integration of advanced data technologies across various sectors.