Jerry Karels
About Jerry Karels
Jerry Karels serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at SpyCloud, a position he has held since 2017. He has a background in computer science and extensive experience in sales management across various technology companies.
Current Role at SpyCloud
Jerry Karels serves as the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at SpyCloud, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's global sales strategy and operations. His leadership focuses on driving revenue growth and expanding market presence. Based in the Austin, Texas area, Karels contributes to SpyCloud's mission of providing innovative cybersecurity solutions.
Professional Experience
Karels has extensive experience in sales and business development across various technology companies. Prior to joining SpyCloud, he worked at Talari Networks as a Regional Manager from 2013 to 2017, managing operations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. He also held the position of Regional Sales Director at Riverbed Technology from 2009 to 2011. Earlier in his career, he worked at Juniper Networks and Extreme Networks, gaining valuable insights into service provider sales.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Karels earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the SMU Cox School of Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science from Texas A&M University. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both technical and business aspects, enhancing his effectiveness in sales leadership roles.
Previous Positions
Before his current role at SpyCloud, Karels held several key positions in the technology sector. He was the Vice President of Business Development at MobiTree from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he served as an Area Manager for Service Provider Sales at Extreme Networks from 1998 to 2001. His diverse experience in various managerial roles has equipped him with a broad understanding of the industry.