Brad Downey
About Brad Downey
Brad Downey is an Enterprise Account Executive at Veza with over 20 years of experience in the technology and networking industry, having previously held significant roles at GitLab Inc., Cisco, and ExtraTeam.
Current Position at Veza
Brad Downey is currently serving as an Enterprise Account Executive at Veza. He works in Orange County, California, United States. His role involves managing enterprise accounts, focusing on client satisfaction, and expanding the company's market presence in the region. Brad brings a wealth of experience to Veza, significantly enhancing its enterprise sales capabilities.
Experience at GitLab Inc.
Before joining Veza, Brad Downey worked at GitLab Inc. as a Strategic Account Leader. During his tenure from 2019 to 2023, he managed strategic accounts within the Orange County, California Area. In this role, he was responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key enterprise clients, ensuring their satisfaction, and driving revenue growth for GitLab.
Sales Specialist at Cisco
Brad Downey worked as a Data Center Sales Specialist (PSS) at Cisco from 2015 to 2019. Based in Orange County, California Area, he focused on data center sales. His responsibilities included identifying customer needs, developing effective sales strategies, and collaborating with technical teams to deliver customized solutions. His work at Cisco strengthened his expertise in data center technologies and sales.
Previous Roles at ePlus Technology
Brad held two critical roles at ePlus Technology. From 2013 to 2015, he was an Account Executive responsible for client acquisition and retention. Prior to this, he served as an Enterprise System Engineer from 2011 to 2013 in Sunnyvale, CA, where he was involved in designing and implementing complex IT systems for enterprise clients. These roles helped him build a solid foundation in both technical and sales aspects of the technology industry.
Tenure at ExtraTeam
Brad Downey's career at ExtraTeam spanned seven years, during which he served in three distinct roles: Principal Network Architect, Support Manager, and Director of Infrastructure Practices. In Pleasanton, CA, he demonstrated versatility and growth by moving from technical network architecture to infrastructure management and support roles. His extensive experience at ExtraTeam showcased his capability to handle various responsibilities and provided a strong background in infrastructure practices.
Early Experience at SBC Internet
Brad Downey began his career at SBC Internet, where he worked as a Tier 3 Engineer from 1999 to 2003 in Dublin, CA, and later as a Backbone Engineer from 2003 to 2004 in San Ramon, CA. In these roles, he gained a comprehensive understanding of backbone engineering and network operations, laying the groundwork for his future technical expertise.
Education and Certifications
Brad studied at Cisco Network Academy, focusing on Network Technology. He achieved his CCNA certification after two years of study, from 1997 to 1999. This educational background provided a strong technical foundation that supported his extensive career in technology and networking.