John Gaspar
@johngaspar
Enterprise Cloud Computing and Software Sales Executive with 20+ years of experience driving digital
What I'm looking for
As an Enterprise Cloud Computing and Software Sales Executive with over 20 years of experience, I have successfully led large-scale digital transformations across various industries worldwide. My expertise lies in converting traditional IT infrastructure to Hybrid IT and Cloud solutions, leveraging cloud, AI, and blockchain to solve complex business challenges. I have a proven track record of driving revenue growth and digital innovation, with sales values ranging from $1M to $100M, including a landmark $800M deal in Latin America.
Throughout my career, I have led global, distributed, and diverse sales teams, collaborating with C-suite stakeholders to deliver transformative value. My experience includes strategic GTM initiatives, cross-platform engagements with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, and managing budgets exceeding several hundred million dollars annually. I am committed to driving customer acquisition and retention through flawless execution of sales initiatives.
I hold an Executive MBA from Fundacao Dom Cabral, ranked #5 worldwide by the Financial Times in 2024, along with degrees in Electrical Engineering and Business Administration from the University of São Paulo. I am fluent in Portuguese, near-fluent in English and Spanish, and possess a strong ability to synthesize information into actionable recommendations that drive decision-making at the business unit level.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Worldwide Sales Director, Cloud
Kyndryl Holdings, Inc.
Sep 2021 - Nov 2024 (3 years 2 months)
Led global sales teams focusing on cloud strategies for C-suite leaders, driving digital transformation and revenue growth. Managed large-scale sales cycles with values up to $800M, integrating AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud solutions.
Global Sales Executive, IBM Public Cloud
IBM
Oct 2015 - Aug 2021 (5 years 10 months)
Drove cloud IaaS and PaaS transformations, managing a team and customer revenue of over $200M. Closed significant deals and integrated cloud solutions into existing IT ecosystems.
Hybrid Cloud Services Lead, Latin America
IBM
Jul 2012 - Sep 2015 (3 years 2 months)
Directed hybrid cloud services, integrating legacy systems with modern architectures. Achieved significant revenue growth and optimized client IT infrastructures.
Services and Sales Management Leadership
IBM
Mar 1998 - Jul 2012 (14 years 4 months)
Held various leadership roles in services and sales management, achieving consistent growth and managing high-performing sales teams across Latin America.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Post-MBA, Business
2008 -
Advanced focus on international marketing and leadership.
Fundação Dom Cabral
Executive MBA, Business
2007 - 2008
Concentrated on strategic and operational management approaches.
Universidade de São Paulo
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
1992 - 1997
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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