Austin Cornell
About Austin Cornell
Austin Cornell is the Director of Revenue at Zero Hash, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in account management and revenue strategies, having held various roles at companies like Plaid and Datorama.
Current Role at Zero Hash
Austin Cornell serves as the Director of Revenue at Zero Hash, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on driving revenue growth and developing strategies to enhance the company's market presence. His expertise in the financial technology sector supports Zero Hash's mission to provide secure and compliant payment solutions.
Previous Experience at Plaid
Prior to his current role, Austin Cornell worked at Plaid in various capacities. He began as a Strategic Account Manager from 2021 to 2022, where he managed key client relationships. He then advanced to Senior Strategic Account Manager from 2022 to 2023, followed by a role as Head of Crypto GTM from 2023 to 2024. His tenure at Plaid involved significant contributions to the company's growth in the crypto sector.
Experience at Datorama, a Salesforce Company
Austin Cornell gained valuable experience at Datorama, a Salesforce Company, where he held multiple positions from 2019 to 2021. He started as an SMB Account Manager, then progressed to Enterprise Account Manager, and finally served as Senior Enterprise Account Manager for a brief period in 2021. His roles involved managing client accounts and driving sales initiatives.
Educational Background in Industrial Engineering
Austin Cornell studied at Purdue University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Industrial Engineering from 2012 to 2016. His education provided him with a strong foundation in technical problem solving, analysis, and optimization, skills that he has applied throughout his career in the technology and finance sectors.
Expertise in Crypto Payment Solutions
Austin Cornell possesses expertise in embedding Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other cryptocurrencies into payment platforms. He focuses on ensuring these integrations are secure and compliant. His work involves collaboration with major payments and trading platforms, including Stripe, MoneyLion, and Interactive Brokers, contributing to the advancement of financial technology.