Neil G. Mc Gowan
About Neil G. Mc Gowan
Neil G. McGowan serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Hitachi Vantara, bringing extensive experience in sales and leadership from various technology companies. His background includes roles at NetApp, Silicon Graphics, and Harmony Venture Partners, along with a strong educational foundation in finance and computer science.
Current Role at Hitachi Vantara
Neil G. Mc Gowan serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Hitachi Vantara since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for driving revenue growth and overseeing sales strategies. His leadership is focused on enhancing the company's market presence and delivering value to clients through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Leadership Roles
Prior to his current position, Mc Gowan held significant leadership roles at various organizations. He served as Chairman and Managing Director of Silicon Graphics Sub-Saharan Africa, where he gained international leadership experience. He also worked at NetApp as Vice President of Global Sales, leading the Global Accounts Segment and overseeing vertical sales in multiple sectors.
Educational Background and Expertise
Mc Gowan studied at The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, where he completed the Tuck Executive Program, focusing on Finance, Economics, Marketing, and Management. He also attended Columbia University for graduate courses in Computer Science and Engineering. His undergraduate studies at St. John's University included a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Math, with a minor in Philosophy and Religion.
Experience in Sales and Marketing
Neil G. Mc Gowan has extensive experience in sales and marketing across various technology sectors. He has a strong understanding of both direct and indirect sales models for domestic and international markets. His previous roles include Senior Vice President and General Manager of Product and Corporate Marketing at Kasenna Inc. and SVP of International Markets at VeriSign Inc.
Venture Capital and Non-Profit Involvement
In addition to his corporate roles, Mc Gowan has been involved in venture capital as the Founder and Executive Partner at Harmony Venture Partners, LP. He currently serves as an Executive Board Member at the same firm. Furthermore, he has been a Board Member at The Dinner Table Documentary, Inc., a non-profit organization, since 2020.