Craig O'brien
About Craig O'brien
Craig O'Brien is the Director of Global Partnerships and Sales at Web Summit, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in sales and partnerships, with previous roles at IBM, Indeed.com, and Quinn Direct Insurance.
Current Role at Web Summit
Craig O'Brien serves as the Director of Global Partnerships and Sales at Web Summit, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategic partnerships and driving sales initiatives within the organization. His current work is based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland.
Previous Experience at Web Summit
Before his current role, Craig O'Brien worked at Web Summit as the Senior Global Partnerships Manager from 2017 to 2022. During his five years in this position, he focused on developing and managing global partnerships, contributing to the company's growth and outreach efforts in the tech industry.
Professional Background in Sales
Craig O'Brien has a diverse background in sales, having worked at IBM in various roles, including IBM Software Sales & Renewals and IBM RFS Manager in Global Technology Services. His tenure at IBM spanned from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he served as a Senior Sales Account Executive at Indeed.com for nearly a year in 2016.
Educational Qualifications
Craig O'Brien has a solid educational foundation, having studied at Lander University where he earned a Level 8 Honors Degree in Psychological Science and Business from 2011 to 2013. He also attended North Iowa Area Community College, obtaining an Associate of Arts Degree with an emphasis on Psychology from 2009 to 2011. Furthermore, he completed specialized training at IBM S&S University and participated in a program focused on Big Data & Analytics in 2015.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the tech and sales sectors, Craig O'Brien worked as a Claims Manager at Quinn Direct Insurance from 2006 to 2009. In this role, he managed personal injury, property, and fraudulent claims, gaining valuable experience in the insurance industry.