John Johnson
About John Johnson
John Johnson is a Strategic Account Executive at ShardSecure, specializing in data security solutions. He has a diverse background in sales and business development across various organizations, including ZeroFOX and Elite Funding Corp.
Current Role at ShardSecure
John Johnson serves as a Strategic Account Executive at ShardSecure, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he specializes in leveraging ShardSecure's Microshard Technology to enhance data security for clients. His focus is on addressing vulnerabilities in modern encryption methods, ensuring that sensitive data is well-protected across various platforms, including cloud storage and databases. He actively engages with clients to discuss tailored data security strategies and solutions.
Previous Experience at ShardSecure
Before his current role, John worked at ShardSecure as a Business Development Lead from 2021 to 2022. During this time, he contributed to the company's growth by developing new business opportunities and fostering relationships with potential clients. His experience at ShardSecure laid the groundwork for his current responsibilities in strategic account management.
Career Background in Sales Development
John has a solid background in sales development, having worked at ZeroFOX in various roles. He started as a Commercial Sales Development Representative from 2019 to 2020 and later transitioned to an Enterprise Sales Development Representative from 2020 to 2021. In these positions, he focused on identifying and nurturing leads, contributing to the sales pipeline, and supporting the overall sales strategy.
Education and Academic Background
John studied at Towson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management from 2012 to 2016. His academic background provided him with foundational knowledge in business principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles, including sales and business development.
Internship and Early Career Experience
In addition to his professional roles, John gained valuable experience as a Business Development Intern at the Alzheimer's Association® in 2016. This internship lasted four months and allowed him to develop skills in client engagement and business strategy. His early career also included positions such as a Senior Mortgage Banker at Elite Funding Corp and various roles at Towson University, where he honed his customer service and communication skills.