John Jahnke
About John Jahnke
John Jahnke is the CEO of Tackle.io, where he focuses on transforming the sales approach for software companies through cloud marketplaces. He has over 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles within B2B technology companies.
Current Role at Tackle.io
John Jahnke serves as the CEO of Tackle.io, a position he has held since 2018. Under his leadership, Tackle.io has focused on transforming the sales approach for software companies by leveraging cloud marketplaces such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Jahnke has been instrumental in securing backing from prominent venture capital firms, including Bessemer Venture Partners, a16z, and Coatue. He advocates for a business decision approach to embracing cloud marketplaces, which reduces the need for engineering resources in the listing process.
Professional Background
John Jahnke has over 20 years of experience in executive leadership roles within B2B technology companies. His career includes significant positions at Pivotal, Greenplum, EMC, and Cognizant. At Pivotal, he held various roles, including Vice President of Global Field Engineering and Vice President of Sales for the Americas East. His tenure at EMC Corporation spanned multiple roles, culminating in a Senior Director position. Jahnke also worked at Cognizant as Vice President of Digital Engineering.
Education and Expertise
John Jahnke earned his MBA in Management from the University at Buffalo, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Buffalo State University, which he completed from 1994 to 2002. His educational background has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his leadership roles in technology and business.
Achievements in Cloud Marketplaces
Jahnke has played a key role in helping Tackle.io's clients, such as New Relic and Crowdstrike, effectively manage their marketplace business at scale. He promotes the use of B2B e-commerce channels to enhance revenue pathways for software companies. His focus on cloud marketplaces has positioned Tackle.io as a leader in this space.
Personal Life
John Jahnke resides in the Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area with his wife and three children. He is passionate about remote work and is an active member of the Forbes Technology Council, contributing to discussions on technology and business trends.