Kevin Freitas
About Kevin Freitas
Kevin Freitas serves as the Senior Director of Learning and Edge Academy at ZEDEDA, where he focuses on innovative learning and development programs. He has held various leadership roles in training and education across multiple technology companies, including Juniper Networks, SugarCRM, Nutanix, and Ericsson.
Current Role at ZEDEDA
Kevin Freitas serves as the Senior Director of Learning and Edge Academy at ZEDEDA since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative learning and development programs that foster a positive culture within the organization. He has implemented multi-platform training delivery systems, enhancing learning accessibility for employees, customers, and partners. His approach combines various training modalities, including TED-style webinars and onboarding boot camps, to deliver comprehensive learning experiences tailored to the needs of the organization.
Previous Experience in Education and Training
Freitas has extensive experience in education and training across various organizations. He worked at SugarCRM in multiple roles, including Senior Director of Customer Education & Organizational Development from 2016 to 2018 and Director of Customer Training from 2014 to 2016. He also served as Senior Director of Global Training and Enablement at RedSeal, Inc. from 2018 to 2019. His previous positions at Juniper Networks and Ericsson involved managing technical certification programs, showcasing his expertise in developing training initiatives.
Educational Background
Kevin Freitas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Management Information Systems from the University of Vermont. He studied there from 1998 to 2002. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to develop effective training programs and manage organizational development initiatives.
Focus on Learning and Development
Freitas emphasizes creating invested cultures through innovative learning and development programs. He leverages cross-functional and C-suite input to develop progressive learning approaches that scale across the company. His data-driven curriculum design allows him to tailor learning strategies to address specific pain points within the organization, ensuring that training is relevant and impactful.
Career Timeline
Kevin Freitas has held various positions in the technology and education sectors. His career includes roles at Juniper Networks as a User Experience Designer and Manager of the Technical Certification Program, and at Nutanix as Director of Engineering Enablement. He has also worked at Ericsson and SugarCRM in leadership roles focused on customer training and organizational development, demonstrating a consistent trajectory in the field of learning and development.