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Mike Turano

Denver,CO

Summary

Strong direct and channel sales background in all aspects of solution selling, business development, account management, technical sales. Proven success through MEDDPIC and Challenger Sales Methodologies. Results oriented with demonstrated ability to grow company revenue. Enthusiastic and energetic leader who inspires and collaborates with cross-functional teams at all levels Focused Enterprise Account Executive with expertise nurturing client relationships and negotiating sales contracts. Offering outstanding persuasion and presentation skills. Customer-oriented with more than 8 years of managing lucrative accounts. Goal-driven sales professional with solid background in account management, sales and service. Extensive experience in cloud and on-prem data security. Highly motivated to increase revenue through proactive lead generation and cross-selling opportunities. Successful at networking, prospecting and business development. Skilled at managing demanding accounts with organized approach and persuasive communication skills. Offering decades of experience working with customers of a variety of industries as well as channel partners. Goal-driven sales professional with solid background in account management, sales and service. Extensive experience in cloud, hybrid, and on-prem data security, data protection, application resiliency, and governance compliance. Highly motivated to increase revenue through proactive lead generation and cross-selling opportunities. Focused Enterprise Account Executive with expertise nurturing client relationships and negotiating sales contracts. Offering outstanding persuasion and presentation skills. Customer-oriented with more than 10 years managing lucrative accounts. Goal-oriented manager with distinguished experience in various industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent. Diligent in building and retaining accounts by providing support and attentive service. Expertise in marketing strategies, product promotion and merchandising to achieve market penetration. Successful record of expanding network connections through persuasive brand imaging. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Enterprise Account Manager

Veritas Technologies LLC
01.2022 - Current
  • Manage existing install base of accounts including but not limited to Janus Henderson, JM, WU, Antero, Gates Corp
  • Drive and expand new business in existing accounts around Cyber Resiliency, Business Continuity, and GRC
  • Win new business in Net New Logos by prospecting and developing relationships with channel partners
  • Assist Compliance, and Cloud teams solve challenges related to ransomware threats, rapid recovery, BCDR, and GRC
  • Lead regular cadence calls with channel partners, internal technical teams, and customer’s account decision makers
  • Partner with Trace3, SHI, CDW, WWT, Insight, Presidio, Zivaro, AHEAD, Softchoice, Zones, and others
  • Quarterback Executive Briefings, QBR’s, technical presentations, as well as partner, marketing and social events
  • 25+ years of relevant industry connections - Super-User for LinkedIn Navigator and ZoomInfo Engage
  • Built and cultivated healthy pipeline of customers interested in partnering with company.
  • Collaborated with upper management to implement continuous improvements and exceed team goals.
  • Aligned company goals with customer outcomes and increased satisfaction by automating contact management systems.
  • Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
  • Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability through effective sales strategy and business planning.
  • Successfully negotiated multi-year contracts, resulting in long-term business commitments and increased profitability.
  • Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
  • Managed revenue models, process flows, operations support and customer engagement strategies.
  • Demonstrated products, responded to questions, redirected concerns, and overcame objections to close sales.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Achieved sales targets consistently by implementing effective account management strategies and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Built strong relationships with industry partners, increasing brand visibility and generating valuable referrals.
  • Facilitated business by implementing practical networking techniques.
  • Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
  • Drove sales by developing multi-million dollar contract sales.
  • Advertised and promoted solutions and services to reach target audiences across global markets.
  • Asked appropriate questions to identify prospects' needs and pinpoint solutions for best fit.
  • Provided timely updates on account activities, enabling the management team to make informed decisions in driving business growth.
  • Expanded market share through targeted prospecting and strategic relationship building with key decision makers.
  • Increased revenue growth by identifying new opportunities within enterprise accounts and developing strategic partnerships.
  • Prepared sales presentations for clients showing success and credibility of products.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Developed creative solutions to meet individual client needs.
  • Developed a deep understanding of client needs, enabling the creation of tailored solutions that delivered value and met business objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive account plans outlining short-and long-term goals as well as action steps required for success.
  • Actively participated in industry events and conferences to expand network connections while staying abreast of emerging trends.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with clients to review progress, address concerns, and discuss future opportunities.
  • Achieved established KPI for company, regional team and individual performance through teamwork and focus on customers.
  • Collaborated with customers to learn business operations and capitalize on upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
  • Developed compelling presentation decks to gain approval for ideas and communicate results.
  • Provided exceptional pre-and post-sales support to clients, ensuring their satisfaction and driving repeat business.
  • Leveraged CRM tools effectively to manage customer information, track sales activity, forecast pipeline development accurately.

Owner and Licensed Realtor

Turano Property Group
01.2015 - 12.2021
  • Owned and managed Denver residential real estate business with multiple agents
  • Responsible for client’s ultimate success in residential real estate transactions while closing over 300 transactions
  • Defined “cooperating broker” while working with other agents, lenders, title companies, appraisers and inspectors
  • Drafted and executed Colorado approved residential real estate contracts and addendums

Channel Account Manager

TD Synnex, Westcon Security Group
06.2011 - 11.2014
  • Partnered with Value Added Resellers to architect and close network security solutions
  • Managed 30+ reseller partner accounts and exceeded territory’s revenue quota 20%+ YOY ($100M+ annually)
  • Maintained consistent 2-hour SLA turnaround for customer requests
  • Worked closely with pre and post sales engineers to support clients throughout entire sales cycle
  • Facilitated quarterly business reviews with each account and vendor ∙ Meticulously managed territory’s sales pipeline and forecast

Licensed Realtor, House Flipper (Investor)

Home Real Estate - Park Builders
01.2002 - 12.2010
  • Licensed residential realtor and house flipper (investor)
  • Worked with buyers and sellers to purchase or sell residential real estate in greater Denver metro area
  • Purchased homes that needed work in up and coming Denver neighborhoods; improved and resold for profit

Director of Business Development and Channel Manager

Hitachi Consulting
12.2000 - 11.2001
  • Managed partner ecosystem across regional offices by aligning HC Practices with complimentary partner teams
  • Collaborated with Hitachi Practice Managers to pursue enterprise and mid-market consulting opportunities
  • Engaged Practice Managers with customers to assist them with business improvement and profitability

Territory Channel Account Manager

Avnet Technology Solutions, GE Access
03.1996 - 11.2000
  • Managed team of six inside sales reps selling to Sun Microsystems largest channel partners
  • 25+% YOY growth for 3 consecutive years ($60M+, $90M+, $120M+)
  • President’s Club 3 consecutive years
  • Heavy Hitter Award for executing largest deal of year
  • Facilitated channel engagement to support territory sales goals.

Education

B.A. -

University of Colorado
Boulder, CO

Skills

  • C-Level Engagement
  • MEDDPIC
  • Challenger Sales
  • Account Management
  • Project Management
  • Prospecting
  • Net New Logos
  • Security
  • Data Protection
  • Cyber Resiliency
  • 3-2-1
  • Immutability
  • Business Continuity Disaster Recovery (BCDR)
  • High Availability
  • Storage
  • Long Term Retention
  • Governance Risk Compliance (GRC)
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Cloud Security
  • SaaS
  • AWS
  • Azure Marketplace
  • Google (GCP)
  • Subscription Conversions
  • New Business
  • New on Renew Business
  • Budgets
  • Procurement
  • Accurate Forecasting
  • Pipeline Management
  • Territory Hygiene
  • Sales Enablement
  • Collaboration
  • Teams
  • Powerpoint Presentations
  • Proof of Concepts (POC’s)
  • Demos
  • Evaluations
  • Salesforce
  • M365
  • Sharepoint
  • OneDrive
  • LinkedIn
  • ZoomInfo Engage
  • New Business Development
  • Strategic account development
  • Sales processes
  • Solution selling
  • Salesforce proficiency
  • Goal Setting and Achievement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Sales Quota Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Salesforce Software
  • Direct Sales
  • Pipeline Management
  • B to B sales
  • Upselling strategies
  • Customer Portfolio Management
  • Territory Management
  • Client Engagement
  • Business development and planning
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Sales Presentations
  • CRM proficiency
  • Cross-Channel Marketing
  • Performance Tracking
  • Sales Tracking
  • Key Account Management
  • Account Management
  • Sales process
  • Lead Generation
  • Client Base Retention
  • Account Acquisition
  • Sales Reporting
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Social Media Savvy
  • Extensive personal network
  • CRM proficiency
  • Cross-Channel Marketing
  • Performance Tracking
  • Sales Tracking
  • Key Account Management
  • Account Management
  • Sales process
  • Lead Generation
  • Client Base Retention
  • Account Acquisition
  • Sales Reporting
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Social Media Savvy
  • Extensive personal network

Timeline

Enterprise Account Manager

Veritas Technologies LLC
01.2022 - Current

Owner and Licensed Realtor

Turano Property Group
01.2015 - 12.2021

Channel Account Manager

TD Synnex, Westcon Security Group
06.2011 - 11.2014

Licensed Realtor, House Flipper (Investor)

Home Real Estate - Park Builders
01.2002 - 12.2010

Director of Business Development and Channel Manager

Hitachi Consulting
12.2000 - 11.2001

Territory Channel Account Manager

Avnet Technology Solutions, GE Access
03.1996 - 11.2000

B.A. -

University of Colorado
Mike Turano