Stuart Curran
About Stuart Curran
Stuart Curran is a National Account Manager at Cogent Communications, where he has worked since 2014, contributing to the company's growth in the telecommunications sector. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and Business Marketing from Columbia College Chicago and has extensive experience in account management across various companies in the industry.
Work at Cogent Communications
Stuart Curran has been employed at Cogent Communications since 2014, currently holding the position of National Account Manager. In this role, he serves a diverse range of customers, including small businesses, Fortune 100 companies, carriers, service providers, and application/content providers. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Regional Account Manager at Cogent from 2011 to 2014. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's expansion across North America, Europe, and Asia, enhancing its reputation as one of the largest carriers of Internet traffic globally.
Education and Expertise
Stuart Curran studied at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Graphic Design and a minor in Business Marketing. This educational background provides him with a unique blend of creative and business acumen, enabling him to effectively address the needs of various customer segments in the telecommunications industry.
Background
Before joining Cogent Communications, Stuart Curran held several positions in the telecommunications sector. He worked as a Senior Sales Executive at Cbeyond from 2006 to 2008 and then as an Account Executive at First Communications from 2009 to 2010. Following that, he served as a Midwest Account Executive at Internap from 2010 to 2011. His extensive experience in sales and account management has equipped him with the skills necessary to excel in his current role.
Achievements
Stuart Curran has been part of a team at Cogent Communications that utilizes a 'self-healing' ring architecture design. This innovative approach minimizes network outages and ensures high reliability for customers. Additionally, he operates within a company recognized for offering some of the lowest prices in the industry for dedicated and non-oversubscribed customer connections, contributing to customer satisfaction and retention.