Michael Krause
About Michael Krause
Michael Krause is a Senior Sales Engineer at ThoughtSpot, where he has worked since 2020, focusing on value-based solution selling in the DACH region. With extensive experience in various industries and a strong background in business intelligence and data management, he is dedicated to team leadership and collaboration.
Work at ThoughtSpot
Michael Krause has been serving as a Senior Sales Engineer at ThoughtSpot since 2020. In this role, he focuses on value-based solution selling of non-budgeted software within the DACH region. His responsibilities include engaging with clients to understand their needs and providing tailored solutions that leverage ThoughtSpot's capabilities in business intelligence and analytics.
Previous Experience at TIBCO
Prior to joining ThoughtSpot, Michael Krause worked at TIBCO as a Senior Pre-Sales Insight Platform from 2009 to 2020. During his 11 years in this position, he developed expertise in pre-sales processes and contributed to the company's efforts in the DACH region. His role involved collaborating with clients to demonstrate TIBCO's data solutions and address their specific business challenges.
Experience at MicroStrategy
Michael Krause began his career as a Sales Consultant at MicroStrategy from 2002 to 2004. During his two years in the Cologne Area, Germany, he gained foundational experience in sales and customer engagement within the business intelligence sector. This early experience contributed to his later success in more senior roles in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Michael Krause studied Computer Science at the University of Bremen, where he earned his Master's degree from 1992 to 1998. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in business intelligence, data visualization, data management, and real-time analytics. He possesses strong global customer-facing skills and has worked across various industries.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Michael Krause is passionate about team leadership and collaboration. His approach emphasizes working closely with team members and clients to achieve shared goals. This focus on collaboration has been a key aspect of his roles in sales engineering and pre-sales, enabling him to effectively address client needs and drive successful outcomes.