Kent Hixson
About Kent Hixson
Kent Hixson is a Regional Sales Director at ZEDEDA, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in sales and business development across various companies, including Cisco and Pfizer, and holds a BA in Psychology/Marketing and an MBA in Global Energy Leadership.
Current Role at ZEDEDA
Kent Hixson serves as the Regional Sales Director at ZEDEDA since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving sales initiatives and building relationships within the Houston, Texas area. His focus includes developing the energy practice at ZEDEDA, leveraging his extensive background in sales and business development.
Previous Experience at Cisco
Kent Hixson held multiple positions at Cisco, contributing to the company's growth in various capacities. He worked as a Client Executive from 2009 to 2011, followed by roles as a Business Development Manager from 2011 to 2018. His responsibilities included leading the Data Center Solutions Group and managing global data center sales, all based in Houston, Texas.
Experience at Trace3
From 2018 to 2021, Kent Hixson was employed at Trace3 as a Strategic Account Manager. In this capacity, he focused on developing strategic relationships and driving sales in the South Texas region. His work involved identifying opportunities and providing tailored solutions to meet client needs.
Background in Pharmaceuticals
Kent Hixson began his career in the pharmaceutical industry, working as an Institutional Sales Manager at Pfizer from 1996 to 2000. This role provided him with foundational experience in sales and client management, which he later applied to his IT career.
Education and Qualifications
Kent Hixson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Marketing from The University of Tulsa. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Energy Leadership from the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business. His academic background supports his expertise in sales and business development.