Franky Comella, MBA
About Franky Comella, MBA
Franky Comella, MBA, serves as the North America Commercial Account Executive at Trellix, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in sales and management, having previously held positions at Life Time Inc., Poppin, and McAfee, and has contributed significantly to various projects and initiatives throughout his career.
Work at Trellix
Franky Comella has been serving as the North America Commercial Account Executive at Trellix since 2021. In this role, he has contributed to the company's strategic initiatives and supported the development of critical procedures during Bell Helicopter's COVID-19 crisis management project. Comella has also participated as a panelist in Trellix Espresso Cyberbytes, where he discussed the corporate story and the XDR platform with partners and customers globally. His performance has been recognized with awards, including 'Up & Coming Superstar and Master of the Team Spirit' in the 2nd Quarter.
Education and Expertise
Franky Comella holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Southern Methodist University, where he studied Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Anthropology from the University of California, Riverside, completing his studies from 2006 to 2011. During his MBA program, he served as chair of the Ethics & Inclusion Committee, showcasing his leadership in academic settings.
Background
Before joining Trellix, Franky Comella worked at Life Time Inc. as an Account Manager in Sales and Member Service from 2017 to 2020. He also co-founded a start-up during the pandemic that focused on assisting small businesses. His earlier experience includes roles at Poppin as Co-Founder & Visionary in Management, Technology Sales, and Marketing, and as a Research Assistant at the University of California, San Francisco, where he contributed to research and development.
Achievements
Comella has demonstrated significant achievements throughout his career. At Life Time Inc., he transformed an underperforming club from #151 to #1 by revitalizing corporate partnerships and setting records for membership and corporate accounts. At Trellix, he achieved over 288% of Q1 2022 targets and was named MVP for the Commercial Sector. He also secured 3rd place in the Global Corporate Perfect Pitch contest, highlighting his skills in communication and presentation.
Leadership and Management Experience
Franky Comella has extensive leadership experience, managing up to 40 direct and 600 indirect staff in various roles. He led town meetings in the Rising Star program at Life Time, fostering a culture of teamwork and mentorship. Additionally, he spearheaded bi-quarterly cadence calls for the North America Commercial teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among partners.