Trevor Van Essen
About Trevor Van Essen
Trevor Van Essen is the Regional Sales Director - Enterprise at SentinelOne in Sydney, Australia, with over a decade of experience in sales and business development across various industries.
Current Role at SentinelOne
Trevor Van Essen currently serves as the Regional Sales Director - Enterprise at SentinelOne, based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing enterprise sales operations, managing key client relationships, and driving revenue growth in the region. His current position leverages his extensive experience in sales and business development within the technology and cybersecurity sectors.
Previous Experience at SentinelOne
Prior to his current role, Trevor Van Essen worked at SentinelOne as a Regional Sales Manager from 2021 to 2023. During this period, he was instrumental in establishing and expanding the company's presence in the Sydney region. His contributions included developing strategic sales initiatives, fostering new business opportunities, and enhancing client retention.
Sales Manager at Okta, Inc.
From 2018 to 2021, Trevor Van Essen held the position of Regional Sales Manager at Okta, Inc. In this capacity, he played a significant role in promoting Okta's identity and access management solutions. His responsibilities included developing sales strategies, nurturing client relationships, and ensuring the achievement of sales targets.
Role at Virtual Machine Technology
Trevor Van Essen gained extensive experience at Virtual Machine Technology, where he worked for a total of five years as a Public Sector Account Executive from 2013 to 2018 and as a Business Development Manager from 2012 to 2013. His work involved managing public sector accounts, developing new business opportunities, and contributing to the company's growth in the technology sector.
Transition from Sports to Technology Sales
Trevor Van Essen began his career in sports sales in the United States, working with organizations such as the Phoenix Suns and the University of Arizona - Athletics Department. He transitioned to the technology and cybersecurity sectors while relocating to Australia. His diverse background includes roles in new business development, group sales, and inside sales, providing him a broad perspective on different sales environments.
Educational Background
Trevor Van Essen holds a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Business, Economics, and Regional Development from the University of Arizona. He further honed his academic qualifications by studying at Tilburg University. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in sales and business development.