Ellie Parrott
About Ellie Parrott
Ellie Parrott is an Account Executive at Kong Inc., where she facilitates API transactions in hybrid, multi-cloud environments. She has a background in strategic insights and research, having previously worked at Signal AI and the University of Leeds.
Work at Kong
Ellie Parrott currently serves as an Account Executive at Kong Inc., a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she works with clients to facilitate API transactions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments using Kong's API gateway and platform. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Account Development Executive for six months in 2022 and as an Account Development Representative from 2021 to 2022. During her time at Kong, she contributed to the company's recognition as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for full lifecycle API management.
Previous Experience at Signal AI
Before joining Kong, Ellie Parrott worked at Signal AI as an Analyst in Strategic Insights from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this role, she was based in Hoxton and focused on providing strategic insights to the organization. This experience equipped her with analytical skills that she later applied in her roles at Kong.
Education and Expertise
Ellie Parrott studied Biology at the University of Leeds, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 2015 to 2018. She also worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Leeds for four months in 2019. Additionally, she attended Merchant Taylors' Girls' School for her earlier education. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her analytical and strategic roles in the tech industry.
Notable Projects and Contributions
During her tenure at Kong Inc., Ellie Parrott played a role in the company's achievements, including its recognition in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for full lifecycle API management. She has been part of a team supported by notable investors such as a16z and Index Ventures, as well as tech leaders like Jeff Bezos and Eric Schmidt. Her contributions have helped position Kong as a leader in the API management space.
Research Experience
Ellie Parrott participated in the Sainsbury Studentship awarded by the Gatsby Foundation via Cambridge University in 2017. This opportunity allowed her to engage in research at the University of Liverpool for one month. This experience further enhanced her research skills and understanding of scientific methodologies.