Devon Kennedy
About Devon Kennedy
Devon Kennedy is an Account Manager for the Sporecyte Brand at Techcyte, where they leverage their scientific background and business skills to manage customer relationships and acquire new accounts. With prior experience in fraud analysis and laboratory technology, Kennedy holds an MBA from the University of Utah and a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Work at Techcyte
Devon Kennedy currently serves as an Account Manager for the Sporecyte brand at Techcyte, a position held since 2023. In this role, Kennedy is responsible for acquiring 120 new accounts each quarter, managing existing customer relationships, and generating new business opportunities. Prior to this role, Kennedy worked at Techcyte as a Lead Laboratory Technologist from 2022 to 2023 and as a Laboratory Technologist from 2021 to 2022. This progression within the company highlights a strong commitment to both the scientific and business aspects of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Devon Kennedy is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Utah - David Eccles School of Business, with studies focused on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, expected to be completed in 2025. Kennedy also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Utah. This educational background provides a solid foundation in both scientific principles and business strategies, enhancing their effectiveness in sales and account management.
Background in Financial Services
Before joining Techcyte, Devon Kennedy gained valuable experience in the financial services sector. Kennedy worked as a Fraud Analyst at Galileo Financial Technologies for eight months in 2015 and 2016, and at TSYS for one year from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, Kennedy served as a Sales and Service Representative at Bank of America for one year from 2011 to 2012, and as a Bank Teller at America First Credit Union for two years from 2012 to 2014. This diverse background contributes to a well-rounded skill set in customer service and fraud analysis.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Devon Kennedy brings a unique blend of scientific understanding and business acumen to the role of Account Manager. With hands-on experience in research and development, as well as biochemistry labs, Kennedy effectively combines technical knowledge with sales expertise. This skill set enables Kennedy to engage with clients on a deeper level, fostering strong relationships and driving business growth.