John Melbourn
About John Melbourn
John Melbourn is a Product Manager at TELUS with extensive experience in sales and product management, previously working at Nortel and Mitel Corporation.
Current Role at TELUS
John Melbourn is a Product Manager at TELUS. He plays a crucial role in the TELUS Partner Solutions group, focusing on high-performance IP, Optical network, and CPE solutions for carrier partners. His responsibilities include creating price strategies and collaborating on marketing and sales development. Additionally, he is involved in developing business cases and customer solutions, working closely with customers, channel partners, and third parties.
Previous Experience at Nortel
Before joining TELUS, John Melbourn held the position of Product Manager at Nortel for multiple periods: from 1995 to 2000, from 2001 to 2003, and from 2003 to 2008. During his tenure at Nortel, he demonstrated a strategic but pragmatic approach to business. He is recognized for his unique solutions and accelerated time to market, which consistently contributed to achieving organizational goals.
Experience at Mitel Corporation
John Melbourn worked at Mitel Corporation from 1991 to 1995, where he served as a Sales Manager responsible for the Western Canadian sales region. During this time, he consistently achieved top performer status in sales, showcasing his ability to manage and excel in a competitive environment.
Educational Background
John Melbourn studied at the University of Alberta. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation that supports his expertise in various technology domains and his effective management skills in his professional roles.
Technical and Professional Skills
John Melbourn is well-versed in technologies such as VoIP, Contact Centers, CTI, Unified Messaging, IVR, and SIP. He possesses strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and teamwork capabilities. With specializations in relationship building, channel management, account management, presentation skills, team building, and collaboration, John effectively achieves business objectives and builds lasting professional relationships.