Kristin Eckels
About Kristin Eckels
Kristin Eckels is a Channel Account Manager at Trellix, with extensive experience in account management and a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility. She has held various positions at Tech Data and other companies, focusing on building partnerships and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Current Role at Trellix
Kristin Eckels currently serves as a Channel Account Manager at Trellix, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for managing channel partnerships and driving sales initiatives in the Mid Atlantic region. Her focus includes building strong relationships with partners to enhance collaboration and achieve mutual business goals.
Previous Experience at Tech Data
Kristin Eckels has extensive experience at Tech Data, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Client Executive - Nationals from 2017 to 2021, as a Strategic Account Manager from 2012 to 2017, and as a National Account Manager from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she served as a Territory Account Manager from 1996 to 2002 and as an Account Manager from 2005 to 2008. Her tenure at Tech Data spans over 15 years, contributing to her expertise in channel management.
Career Background in Technology Sales
Kristin Eckels has a diverse background in technology sales, having worked at various organizations. Prior to her current role, she was a Channel Account Manager at FireEye, Inc. for 7 months in 2021-2022. Earlier in her career, she served as a Federal Account Executive at Merisel Inc. from 1994 to 1996 and as a Product Manager at GTSI from 1991 to 1994. This breadth of experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the technology sector.
Education and Academic Background
Kristin Eckels earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Union College, where she studied from 1984 to 1989. This educational background has provided her with insights into human behavior, which she applies in her professional interactions and relationship-building efforts in the business environment.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Kristin Eckels actively promotes diversity and inclusion within the workplace. She serves on the Sales Inclusion Action Board, contributing to initiatives focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Additionally, she is a member of the Women in the Channel and the Alliance of Channel Women, where she participates in efforts to support women in the industry. Kristin also mentors over 10 women in her organization, demonstrating her commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment.