Christopher Kanyo
About Christopher Kanyo
Christopher Kanyo serves as the Director of Partner Services at Validity Inc., a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in account management and partner relations, he has worked in various roles at Return Path and Epsilon, and has a background in operations from his time at United Airlines.
Current Role at Validity Inc.
Christopher Kanyo serves as the Director of Partner Services at Validity Inc., a position he has held since 2021. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, he operates in a remote capacity. In this role, he provides training and support for partners across the full range of Validity products. He also coordinates partnerships with leaders in various sectors, including Email Service Providers, Marketing Agencies, Mail Transport Agents, and Data Partners, to enhance client services.
Previous Experience at Return Path
Kanyo has extensive experience at Return Path, where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as an Account Manager from 2008 to 2011, followed by a position as a Technical Account Manager from 2011 to 2015. He then served as the Global Partner Alliance Manager from 2015 to 2017 and as a Partner Technical Account Manager from 2018 to 2019. His diverse roles contributed to his understanding of partner management and client services.
Career Background Prior to Validity
Before joining Validity, Kanyo worked at Epsilon, Abacus Data Services as an Account Specialist from 2005 to 2008. His career also includes a significant tenure at United Airlines, Inc., where he worked in Airport Operations from 1992 to 2006. Additionally, he served as a Sales Representative at Land Title Guarantee Company from 1993 to 1996. This varied background has equipped him with a broad skill set in client relations and operational management.
Education and Academic Background
Christopher Kanyo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from the University of Colorado Boulder, specifically from the Leeds School of Business. His studies spanned from 1988 to 1991, providing him with foundational knowledge in business principles that support his professional roles.
Industry Knowledge and Contributions
Kanyo demonstrates in-depth knowledge of industry trends, which he shares through presentations and collateral. He supports internal teams in servicing direct clients by providing partnership support. His expertise in managing partnerships enhances the overall service delivery to clients, reflecting his commitment to excellence in the field.