Rick Paavola
About Rick Paavola
Rick Paavola is a Territory Sales Manager at ExaGrid, where he focuses on cost-effective data backup solutions. He has over 15 years of experience in sales and account management across various technology companies.
Current Role at ExaGrid
Rick Paavola serves as a Territory Sales Manager at ExaGrid, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he works with ExaGrid's scale-out architecture, which allows for a fixed-length backup window without the need for forklift upgrades. His focus is on delivering cost-effective solutions for data backup and long-term deduplication, addressing the needs of customers in data protection and management.
Previous Experience in Sales and Account Management
Prior to his current role, Rick Paavola worked at Veritas Technologies LLC as an Enterprise Account Executive from 2019 to 2021. He also held the position of Account Executive at Softchoice for 11 months in 2018 to 2019. His earlier experience includes roles at Core Security, CBI, and Aflac, where he developed skills in sales and account management over several years.
Background in Technology and Engineering
Rick Paavola began his career as a Network Engineer at Analysts International from 1999 to 2002. He later transitioned to business development roles, including a position at Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service. His diverse background in technology and engineering complements his sales expertise, allowing him to effectively address customer needs in data protection.
Educational Qualifications
Rick Paavola holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He also obtained a Certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology from the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and sales.
Experience in Data Protection and Management
With over 15 years of experience, Rick Paavola has a proven track record in helping customers navigate data protection and management challenges. His extensive experience in various roles has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective solutions in this field.