A.J. Mac Donald
About A.J. Mac Donald
A.J. Mac Donald is an Account Executive at Kong Inc., specializing in API strategy modernization with an emphasis on security and scalability in cloud architecture. He has a diverse background in business development and client services, having previously worked at Datadog and GEICO.
Work at Kong
A.J. Mac Donald currently serves as an Account Executive at Kong Inc., a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on providing organizations with solutions to modernize their API strategy, emphasizing security and scalability within cloud architecture. He works with Kong's platform to deliver end-to-end connectivity fabric over architecture, which enhances agility and governance for clients. His expertise includes utilizing tools such as Konnect Gateway, K8s Ingress, and Kong Mesh to automate experiences from Layer 4 to Layer 7.
Previous Experience at Datadog
Prior to his current role, A.J. Mac Donald worked at Datadog in various capacities. He was a Senior Account Executive for eight months in 2021 and held the position of Account Executive for eleven months from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, he served in Commercial Business Development for eleven months from 2019 to 2020. His experience at Datadog provided him with a strong foundation in account management and business development within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
A.J. Mac Donald earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Van Loan School at Endicott College, completing his studies from 2018 to 2019. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Endicott College, which he obtained from 2015 to 2018. His educational background equips him with the knowledge necessary to excel in business development and account management roles.
Early Career and Internships
Before his roles at Datadog and Kong, A.J. Mac Donald gained valuable experience through internships. He worked as a Client Services Intern at Virtual, Inc. for five months in 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he completed a Business Development Internship at GEICO for three months in 2017. These early career experiences contributed to his professional development and understanding of client relations and business strategies.
High School Education
A.J. Mac Donald completed his high school education at New Milford High School, graduating in 2014. This foundational education set the stage for his further studies in business and management at the collegiate level.