Kevin Mc Donald
About Kevin Mc Donald
Kevin McDonald serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at Web Summit, a position he has held since 2021. With a background in sales and marketing, he has previously worked in various roles at Web Summit and other companies, contributing significantly to their growth and operations.
Work at Web Summit
Kevin Mc Donald has been serving as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Web Summit since 2021. In this role, he oversees the global Startup, Investor, Corporate, SME, Key Event Sales, and Customer Success teams. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction and commercial growth of the organization. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Web Summit, including VP of Partnerships and Head of Partnership Sales.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Mc Donald studied Electronic and Electrical Engineering at GMIT and completed his education at St Josephs Patrician Brothers in Galway. His academic background provides him with a strong technical foundation that complements his extensive experience in sales and marketing across various industries.
Background
Before joining Web Summit, Kevin Mc Donald held several significant positions in the tech and media sectors. He worked as the Country Manager for Zomato, where he played a key role in launching and overseeing the company's European operations in Ireland. He also served as Head of Sales for News Services at Storyful, a pioneering social media news agency.
Previous Work Experience
Kevin Mc Donald's career includes various roles that highlight his expertise in sales and marketing. He was a Sales and Marketing Manager at Lifeonmedia and a Business Consultant at Groupon UK & IE. Additionally, he owned and operated Kitchen & Bath Impression, where he focused on business development, sales, and marketing for six years.