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Backblaze Expands Sales Leadership with New Appointments
SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Backblaze, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLZE), known for its innovative approach to cloud storage, has announced the addition of Dave Cotten and Teresa Dodson to its sales leadership team. This move aims to bolster the company’s strategy of providing efficient cloud solutions while enhancing customer relationships.
Jason Wakeam, the Chief Revenue Officer at Backblaze, stated that the inclusion of these seasoned leaders underlines the company’s dedication to offering open cloud solutions. He emphasized that both Cotten and Dodson possess a wealth of experience and a strategic mindset that will enhance the company’s capacity to engage effectively with customers and partners.
This announcement follows Wakeam’s recent appointment as Chief Revenue Officer, signaling a broader transformation in Backblaze’s approach to sales and business development. Both Cotten and Dodson will report to Wakeam, contributing their expertise to strengthen the company’s market position.
Gleb Budman, CEO and Chairperson of the Board at Backblaze, remarked on the accelerated strategy to capture a larger customer segment with the leadership of Wakeam. He noted that the integration of Cotten and Dodson into the leadership team is part of a comprehensive effort to refine sales and marketing processes, focusing on key market segments and effective go-to-market strategies.
Profiles of New Sales Leaders
Dave Cotten takes on the role of Vice President of Sales, bringing with him over 25 years of experience in sales leadership. In this capacity, he will oversee global field sales, ensuring that Backblaze delivers significant business value to a growing client base within the enterprise and mid-market sectors.
Prior to joining Backblaze, Cotten held influential positions at notable companies such as SnapLogic, Cloudera, CA Technologies, and Red Hat, showcasing a diverse background in sales and operational leadership.
Teresa Dodson steps into the role of Senior Director of Partner Marketing and Alliances. In this position, she will manage the company’s alliances portfolio and channel partner marketing, focusing on fostering successful partnerships within the Backblaze ecosystem to drive mutual growth.
Dodson’s extensive experience spans over 25 years in channel management, previously leading the alliances and partner marketing efforts at Rockset, which was acquired by OpenAI. Her expertise includes collaborating with major corporations like AWS and Confluent to create joint opportunities in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Additionally, she has held leadership roles in partner development at SnapLogic and Five9.
About Backblaze
Backblaze stands out as a progressive alternative in the cloud storage landscape, offering high-performance and secure cloud object storage solutions. The company’s services are widely adapted for various applications, including media management, backup solutions, and AI workflow integration. Backblaze aims to empower businesses by providing flexibility and reducing dependency on traditional cloud service models, all while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
Established in 2007 and headquartered in San Mateo, CA, Backblaze has successfully amassed a global customer base of over 500,000 in 175 countries. For further information, visit www.backblaze.com.
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