Kessyus Fófano

Head of Cloud Sales | Artificial Intelligence | Cloud Advocate | Technical Craftsperson
Rio de Janeiro, BR.

About

Highly experienced and results-driven Head of Cloud Sales with over a decade of expertise in information technology, specializing in consultative sales, business development, and advanced cloud computing. Proven leader in crafting strategic AI and cloud solutions, driving significant growth, and fostering transformative partnerships. Adept at leveraging a deep understanding of market dynamics, network engineering, and software development to deliver innovative, measurable results and build high-performing teams.

Work

Claro Brasil
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Head of Cloud Sales

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

Summary

Leading a high-performing team in crafting and executing strategic cloud solutions that drive growth and foster transformative partnerships for Claro empresas.

Highlights

Direct a high-performing team in the end-to-end development and execution of strategic cloud solutions, consistently exceeding growth targets and establishing transformative partnerships.

Leverage extensive expertise in network engineering, software development, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and generative AI to guide solution design and client engagement.

Drive measurable results for clients by translating complex technical capabilities into innovative, value-driven business outcomes.

Cultivate a culture of continuous talent development and teamwork, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring consistent delivery of exceptional outcomes.

Claro Brasil
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Business Development Manager

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Summary

Led SQUAD teams focused on selling digital solutions, driving new business development, and ensuring strategic alignment in pre-sales projects, while consulting on Cloud and Artificial Intelligence IT solutions.

Highlights

Directed multiple SQUAD teams, successfully driving new business development and achieving significant sales targets for digital solutions.

Provided strategic consulting in Cloud and Artificial Intelligence, guiding IT solution projects to successful implementation and client satisfaction.

Ensured strategic alignment in pre-sales projects, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing proposal efficacy to secure key contracts.

Fostered cross-functional collaboration between sales, technical, and product teams to streamline solution delivery and market penetration.

Claro Brasil
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Executive Account Manager

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Summary

Managed sales and a portfolio of multinational clients, consistently achieving aggressive goals and tight deadlines through skilled negotiation.

Highlights

Managed a diverse portfolio of multinational clients, consistently exceeding sales targets and contributing to revenue growth over a 5-year tenure.

Demonstrated exceptional negotiation skills, securing favorable terms and fostering long-term client relationships under high-pressure conditions.

Navigated aggressive sales goals and tight deadlines, consistently delivering results and helping clients achieve their strategic objectives.

Developed and executed client-specific strategies that led to increased client satisfaction and expanded service adoption across the portfolio.

Claro Brasil
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Senior Technical Sales Consultant

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Summary

Provided consulting and engineering for cloud computing, data center, software development, security, and networking projects, delivering business-focused technical presentations.

Highlights

Led consulting and engineering efforts for complex projects spanning cloud computing, data center infrastructure, software development, security, and networking.

Delivered impactful technical and business-oriented presentations to key stakeholders, effectively translating complex solutions into clear value propositions.

Designed and implemented tailored technical solutions that improved client operational efficiency and security posture.

Collaborated with sales teams to develop comprehensive technical proposals, contributing to the acquisition of new business opportunities.

Embratel
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Technical Sales Consultant

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Summary

Consulted on telecommunication projects, managed technical compliance, developed proposals, and served as the technical interface for bid leadership.

Highlights

Provided expert technical consultation on telecommunication projects, including networking, satellite, and voice services.

Managed and fulfilled technical compliance questionnaires and developed comprehensive general proposals, ensuring alignment with client requirements.

Acted as the primary technical interface, leading the bid process for strategic projects and securing successful outcomes.

Streamlined technical communication between internal teams and clients, enhancing project clarity and delivery efficiency.

Embratel
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Business Intelligence Analyst

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Summary

Developed business intelligence indicators for the company's business area, utilizing SQL queries, automation algorithms, and Python for data visualization.

Highlights

Developed and implemented key business intelligence indicators that provided actionable insights for the company's business area.

Designed and optimized complex SQL queries to extract, transform, and load critical business data, improving data accuracy and accessibility.

Created automation algorithms using Python to streamline data processing and reporting, reducing manual effort by an estimated 25%.

Developed interactive data visualizations and dashboards in Python, enabling stakeholders to make data-driven decisions more effectively.

Brasil Center Comunicações
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Software Developer

Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Summary

Developed two .NET applications with SQL Database integration to automate backoffice indicators for comprehensive team management.

Highlights

Developed two robust .NET applications designed to automate backoffice indicators, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Integrated applications with a SQL Database to provide comprehensive team management capabilities, improving data centralization and reporting.

Streamlined data collection and analysis processes, enabling more accurate performance tracking for management.

Contributed to the improvement of internal workflows by providing reliable software solutions for critical business functions.

Brasil Center Comunicações
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Supervisor

Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Summary

Managed a team of 22 telemarketing operators, providing sales support, training, and implementing demand generation tactics.

Highlights

Managed and mentored a team of 22 telemarketing operators, fostering a high-performance sales environment.

Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs that enhanced team sales skills and product knowledge.

Implemented effective demand generation tactics, directly contributing to increased lead volume and conversion rates.

Provided consistent support and performance feedback to team members, leading to improved individual and collective sales outcomes.

Education

MIT Professional Education

Designing and Building AI Products and Services

AI Products and Services

Instituto Infnet

Postgraduate Degree

Full Stack Development

Universidade Estácio de Sá

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Project Management

Universidade Estácio de Sá

Bachelor of Engineering (BE)

Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunications

Languages

Portuguese
English
Spanish

Certificates

AWS Partner: Accreditation (Technical)

Issued By

AWS

The Sustainability, Feasibility, and Responsibility of GANs

Issued By

MIT Professional Education

Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Foundation

Issued By

Google Cloud

Python

Skills

Cloud Platforms

Huawei Cloud, Windows Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Cloud Computing, Data Center.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, GANs, AI Products and Services.

Sales & Business Development

Consultative Sales, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Account Management, Pre-Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Digital Solutions.

Technical Expertise

Network Engineering, Software Development, .NET, SQL Database, Python, Data Visualization, Automation Algorithms, Telecommunications, Security.

Leadership & Management

Team Leadership, Project Management, Talent Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, SQUAD Leadership, Client Relationship Management.

Business Intelligence

Business Intelligence Indicators, SQL Queries, Data Analysis.

Kessyus Fófano