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James Cavanagh

James Cavanagh

Account Executive
Amsterdam

Summary

A tri-lingual and highly driven individual with international work experience in five countries across two continents, specialising in strategic sales within the cyber security industry. My career has led me to work at two of the most dynamic and fast paced organisations at the forefront of cutting edge technology within the cyber security sector. For the past four years I have been on the journey of growing a fast paced scale-up to a global channel-driven organisation and one of the most successful IPOs in cyber security history.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Strategic BDR → promoted to Commercial Sales Manager - SentinelOne

Amsterdam
4 2021 - Current
  • Acted as a strategic advisor for small to medium-sized businesses across the UK, guiding them in developing and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies with a focus on Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, Vulnerability Management, and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions.
  • Consistently high performer, tasked with generating + $900K annually for the business by developing and implementing strategic sales & territory plans.
  • Recognised for outstanding performance, organisational abilities and a proven track record of building strong relationships with partners and clients across our national channel.
  • Contributed to+100% revenue growth year-on-year, helping scale the company from a $200m to an $800m ARR company.

Business Development Representative (UK/I & SEUR) - Palo Alto Networks

Amsterdam
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Tasked with generating net new business for PAN’s Major and Strategic Accounts, actively prospecting dark accounts to acquire logos through strategic sales campaigns, events and partner channel; acting as the pivotal bridge between our sales and marketing departments
  • Consistently exceeded targets, achieving over 120% of meetings booked each quarter and generating a pipeline exceeding $10 million TCV within a 12-month period.
  • Developed extensive knowledge of the Cyber Security market and built significant long last relationships with channel partners and distributors.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and target areas for expansion.

Business Development - Good Morning Sports

Barcelona
07.2019 - 08.2024
  • Responsible for sourcing premium sponsorships for the congress and building partnerships with key brands and contributors.
  • Worked with major brands such as FIFA, UEFA, FC Barcelona, FIBA, Santander, NBA, Barclays, among others.
  • Expanded client base by identifying and targeting key industry decision makers.

Head of Marketing & Growth - Manchester United Supporters' Trust

Manchester
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Developed and implemented the Trust's first business development strategy, overseeing customer relationship management for both existing and prospective members. Led market research, content creation and branding efforts, while managing events, fundraising, sales and charity initiatives.

Project Analyst

Recaudo Bogotá S.A.S.
09.2016 - 07.2017

Managed the e-ticketing system, liaised with international banking partners and secured a key partnership with MasterCard. Utilised language skills to facilitate global partnerships while leading meetings and presenting financial reports and project analyses.

Education

Masters in Football Business - Sports Management

Johan Cruyff Institute in Partnership With F.C. Barcelona
Barcelona
05.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Loughborough University
United Kingdom
05.2014 - 05.2018

International Baccalaureate - IB

International School of Amsterdam
Netherlands
05.2006 - 05.2013

Skills

    Sales skills

    Public speaking and presentations

    Written and verbal communication

    Account Management

    Relationship Building

    Strategic account development

Languages

English
Native language
French
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Advanced
C1

Volunteer Experience

Ran the 2024 Sierra Leone Half Marathon for Street Child.

Team Leader on the 2012 World Challenge India Kerala, India.

Software

Clari

Salesforce

Salesloft

ZoomInfo

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Interests

Cyber Security

Web3

Presenting & Media

Photography

Sports

Timeline

Business Development Representative (UK/I & SEUR) - Palo Alto Networks

Amsterdam
01.2020 - 04.2021

Head of Marketing & Growth - Manchester United Supporters' Trust

Manchester
08.2019 - 01.2020

Business Development - Good Morning Sports

Barcelona
07.2019 - 08.2024

Masters in Football Business - Sports Management

Johan Cruyff Institute in Partnership With F.C. Barcelona
05.2018 - 05.2019

Project Analyst

Recaudo Bogotá S.A.S.
09.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Loughborough University
05.2014 - 05.2018

International Baccalaureate - IB

International School of Amsterdam
05.2006 - 05.2013

Strategic BDR → promoted to Commercial Sales Manager - SentinelOne

Amsterdam
4 2021 - Current
James CavanaghAccount Executive