Shane Harris Tunks
About Shane Harris Tunks
Shane Harris Tunks is an Alliances Manager for APAC at Fivetran, with a background in enterprise architecture and data analytics. He transitioned from a professional basketball career to the tech industry and has held various roles in account management and software solutions.
Work at Fivetran
Shane Harris Tunks serves as the Alliances Manager for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Fivetran. He has been in this role since 2020, focusing on enabling fast and reliable access to data through zero-configuration, zero-maintenance data pipelines. His work involves building partnerships and alliances that enhance Fivetran's market presence and operational efficiency in the APAC region.
Education and Expertise
Shane holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of Essex, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the University of Colorado Boulder, studying there from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he holds TOGAF and ArchiMate certifications, which are recognized frameworks in enterprise architecture, indicating his expertise in this field.
Background in Professional Sports
Before transitioning to the tech industry, Shane had a career in professional basketball. He played for the Hobart Chargers in Tasmania, Australia, from 2014 to 2015. This experience in sports has contributed to his teamwork and leadership skills, which he applies in his current professional endeavors.
Previous Work Experience
Shane has held various roles prior to his current position at Fivetran. He worked as an Account Manager at Southern Cross Austereo from 2015 to 2016 and at Receipt Bank for three months in 2016. He also served as Assistant Country Manager at Orbus Software from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he gained experience as a Design Intern at USA Rugby in 2012 and at Starz in 2013.
Current Involvement in Community
Since 2023, Shane has been a Board Member at the Bankstown Basketball Association. In this role, he contributes to the governance and strategic direction of the organization, leveraging his background in sports and management to support the community.