Ran Fridman
About Ran Fridman
Ran Fridman serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Global-e, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in sales leadership across various technology companies and actively mentors startups through the Sarona Partners 365 accelerator program.
Work at Global-e
Ran Fridman has served as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Global-e since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving the company's revenue growth and overseeing sales strategies. His tenure at Global-e has been marked by a focus on hyper-growth scenarios, leveraging his extensive experience to enhance the sales team's effectiveness in a competitive market. Based in Tel Aviv, Israel, Fridman continues to contribute to the company's expansion and market presence.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Prior to his current position, Ran Fridman held various senior sales roles in the telecommunications industry. He was the Executive Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Allot Communications from 2017 to 2021. Before that, he worked at Nokia Siemens Networks in multiple capacities, including Head of Global Sales Packet Networks and Head of Global LTE Sales. His experience also includes leadership roles at Flash Networks and eVolution Networks, where he focused on driving sales and customer service initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Ran Fridman holds an Executive MBA from the Kellogg Recanati Executive MBA Program, completed between 2006 and 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from The Academic College of Tel-Aviv, Yaffo, from 1996 to 2000. His educational background complements his extensive expertise in sales strategy development, particularly in hyper-growth environments and various business models, including CAPAX, OPEX, Revenue Share, and SaaS.
Mentorship and Advisory Roles
In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Ran Fridman actively mentors startups through the Sarona Partners 365 accelerator program. This involvement reflects his commitment to supporting emerging businesses and fostering innovation in the technology sector. He also serves on the advisory board of NFWare, where he provides strategic guidance to enhance the company's direction and growth.
Background in Telecommunications
Ran Fridman's career in telecommunications began in the early 2000s, with roles at Siemens Communications, where he worked as a Software Engineer and later as a Technical Sales Engineer. His extensive experience spans various positions at Nokia Siemens Networks, where he led sales efforts across multiple divisions. This background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the industry and the ability to create and implement effective sales strategies.