Neil Davy
About Neil Davy
Neil Davy is an Account Director at Verint, with extensive experience in business development and sales management, particularly in the cyber-security sector. He previously held various roles at Mimecast, where he significantly contributed to enterprise client growth and achieved high sales targets over several years.
Work at Verint
Neil Davy has been serving as an Account Director at Verint since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing client accounts and developing business strategies to enhance customer engagement. His experience in the technology sector contributes to his ability to understand client needs and deliver tailored solutions.
Experience at Mimecast
Neil Davy worked at Mimecast for a total of seven years, holding various roles in business development. He began as a Business Development Manager for Small Medium Enterprises in Johannesburg from 2010 to 2011. He then transitioned to the Mid Market segment from 2011 to 2014, before taking on a role focused on the Enterprise sector from 2014 to 2021. During his tenure, he achieved significant sales milestones, including over 150% of sales targets for six consecutive years.
Sales and Business Development Background
Prior to his time at Mimecast, Neil Davy worked as a Sales Executive at Champion Sports Tours from 2002 to 2003. He also served as a Senior Sales Executive at Ricoh Business Solutions from 2007 to 2009. His experience spans various sectors, including public and private, where he has developed and closed enterprise clients with seat counts ranging from 1,500 to 30,000.
Education and Qualifications
Neil Davy completed his education at Northcliff High School, where he achieved Matric Exemption from 1995 to 2000. This foundational education has contributed to his professional development in sales and business management.
Achievements in Cyber-Security and Sales
Throughout his career, Neil Davy has been recognized for his contributions to cyber-security and sales growth. He has delivered keynotes on cyber-security topics, focusing on email, web, and security awareness for end users. His efforts in the enterprise sector led to a 25% year-on-year growth in Mimecast's client base across South African coastal regions over eight years.