Football
Mik Hermsen
Utrecht
Summary
Ambitious and motivated cybersecurity sales specialist with strong social skills and a team-oriented approach. Specialised in driving partner growth in cybersecurity and IT, building strategic relationships, and executing go-to-market initiatives to grow in multiple regions.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Channel Account Manager
Distology
2022.07 - Current
- Build and maintain relationships with channel partners, which could include resellers, managed service providers (MSPs), and system integrators, to drive sales growth and mutual success.
- Identify and onboard new partners who align with either Distology's values and goals, or solutions we offer in our cybersecurity portfolio.
- Create go-to-market plans with partners, aligning on promotions, campaigns, and incentives to boost partner engagement and sales volume.
- Work with marketing teams to develop joint marketing initiatives with partners, including co-branded materials, events, webinars, and digital campaigns.
Internal Sales Executive GSF
TD Synnex
1 2021 - 2022.07
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless order fulfillment processes to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
- Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
- Assisted in onboarding new team members by providing training sessions on company products, services, and sales techniques.
FAIR-PLAY-Project (Thesis)
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam
2020.02 - 2020.08
- The goal of this project was to help adolescents develop resiliency and work with them on their life-skills, together with five European football clubs.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Salesperson
King Promotions/ Midas Marketing
2019.01 - 2021.01
- Developed relationships with clients for increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Provided good customer service, resulting in multiple positive reviews and referrals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Economics: SportMarketing & Management
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
Rotterdam, ZH 2016.08 - 2021.06
Minor - Business Economics
New College Durham
Durham 2019.07 - 2019.12
High School Diploma -
Leidsche Rijn College
Utrecht, UT 2012.08 - 2016.06
Skills
Account Management
Business Development
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Strong relationships
Written and verbal communication
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 23/01/1999
Drivers license
Interests
Fitness
Golfing
Outdoor activities
Timeline
Channel Account Manager
Distology
2022.07 - Current
FAIR-PLAY-Project (Thesis)
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam
2020.02 - 2020.08
Minor - Business Economics
New College Durham
2019.07 - 2019.12
Salesperson
King Promotions/ Midas Marketing
2019.01 - 2021.01
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Economics: SportMarketing & Management
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
2016.08 - 2021.06
High School Diploma -
Leidsche Rijn College
2012.08 - 2016.06
Internal Sales Executive GSF
TD Synnex
1 2021 - 2022.07