Chris Reilly
About Chris Reilly
Chris Reilly is a Sales Director at Versa Networks, with extensive experience in business development and sales across various technology sectors. He has held leadership roles at several companies, including simetric, Cradlepoint, and Sage, and has a strong background in creating strategic relationships and driving business growth.
Current Role at Versa Networks
Chris Reilly serves as the Sales Director at Versa Networks, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on driving sales initiatives and developing strategic relationships with customers and partners. His responsibilities include leading go-to-market strategies for technology solutions, particularly in the areas of software, SaaS, cloud, wireless, and IoT.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Versa Networks, Chris Reilly held various positions in business development across multiple organizations. He worked at Trextel as the Director of Business Development from 2020 to 2022, and prior to that, he served as the Partnerships and Channel Development Director at Simetric, Inc. from 2019 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at Cradlepoint, Inc. and Sage, where he contributed to the growth of their business development efforts.
Educational Background
Chris Reilly studied at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, where he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on International Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Management from Babson College. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in sales and business development.
Expertise in Technology Solutions
Chris Reilly specializes in selling advanced technology products and solutions to various stakeholders, including solution providers, system integrators, and distribution partners. He has a proven track record of leading sales and go-to-market initiatives for technology solutions, particularly in software, SaaS, cloud, wireless, and IoT. His ability to negotiate complex contracts and agreements further enhances his effectiveness in this field.
Career History and Impact
Chris Reilly has a diverse career history that spans several prominent companies in the technology sector. He worked at Ericsson as the Director of Business Development for nine years and held the position of Account Director at Alcatel Lucent for one year. His extensive experience in driving internal alignment within global organizations has contributed to his success in various leadership roles.