Blake Wetzel

Blake Wetzel has an extensive work experience spanning several companies and roles. Blake is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at AuctionIQ (AIQ) since March 2023. Prior to this, they held the position of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Revenue Officer at TERAGO from October 2020 to March 2023. Before that, they were the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at TERAGO from May 2019 to October 2020.

In 2017, Wetzel founded Wetzel Consulting, a management consulting firm where they served as the Principal. During their time there, they provided company strategies and go-to-market and operational strategies. Blake also collaborated in locating IT key staff resources for major telecom and cloud providers and implemented sales processes for WIN-WIN TECHNOLOGIES.

From 2016 to 2017, Wetzel worked as the Vice President - Channels at Rackspace, where they focused on accelerating partner and alliance strategy and driving business development.

Between 2009 and 2016, Wetzel held the position of Vice President - CenturyLink Channel Alliance at CenturyLink Business. Blake led the international partner program and implemented market-centric strategies for indirect channel sales.

Wetzel's work experience also includes roles at QWEST COMMUNICATIONS CORP. From 2007 to 2009, they served as the Senior Director - Head of Business Operations, managing various aspects including credit, customer care, billing, and sales support. Prior to that, as the Divisional CFO - Corporate FP&A - Business Markets from 2005 to 2007, they provided fiscal advice and managed accounting, strategy, and financial planning. Wetzel also held the role of Director - Corporate FP&A - Head of Corporate Profitability from 2004 to 2005, where they focused on improving margins and implementing cost-reducing recommendations.

Overall, Wetzel's work experience showcases their expertise in executive leadership, business development, channel management, and financial planning.

Blake Wetzel attended the University of Maryland from 1987 to 1991. During this time, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.