↪ Stephen Frethem
About ↪ Stephen Frethem
Stephen Frethem is the Regional Sales Director for the Upper Midwest at Varonis, with over 15 years of IT experience and a strong focus on cybersecurity.
Current Role at Varonis
Stephen Frethem is currently serving as the Regional Sales Director - Upper Midwest at Varonis in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He began this role in 2023. Varonis specializes in cybersecurity solutions, and Stephen's role involves overseeing sales operations and strategies in the Upper Midwest region, focusing on protecting organizations from insider threats and cyber-attacks.
Previous Positions at Varonis
Before his current role, Stephen Frethem held various positions at Varonis. From 2021 to 2024, he served as Senior Director of Sales Enablement. Prior to that, from 2018 to 2021, he was the Director of Sales Enablement. In these roles, he was responsible for building and supporting sales strategies, developing training programs, and enhancing the effectiveness of the sales team.
Work Experience with AppSense
Stephen Frethem worked at AppSense as a Solutions Specialist from 2012 to 2016, where he was responsible for building sales territories in the Midwest region. His initiatives in this role consistently exceeded yearly sales quotas. His success at AppSense demonstrated his ability to understand client needs and deliver effective solutions.
IT Expertise and Focus
Stephen Frethem possesses over 15 years of IT experience, emphasizing cybersecurity, particularly in safeguarding organizations from insider threats and cyber-attacks. He has expertise in Microsoft Server, Office365, Virtualization, Data Collaboration, and Enterprise Mobility. His technical knowledge and practical experience enable him to deliver enterprise IT projects on-time and within budget across various geographical locations.
Educational Background
Stephen Frethem achieved his degree in Information Technology Management from Concordia University-St. Paul, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, he completed the PC/Lan Program at Brown College between 2000 and 2001. His educational background provided a solid foundation for his career in IT and sales enablement.