Edward Burns

Edward Burns is an experienced professional in the technology and market research sectors, currently serving as Research Director for Hard Disk Drive and Storage Technologies at IDC since September 2019. Prior to this role, Edward held the position of Business Strategy and Market Manager at EnviroTech Services, Inc., where responsibilities included managing market research and marketing programs. Edward's earlier experience at Seagate Technology involved leading a Competitive Intelligence and Strategy program, while prior to that, Edward was a Senior Analyst at DST Systems, providing executive sales support for significant cloud-based Software as a Service deals. Edward holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business and a B.B.A. in Marketing from California State University-Sacramento, complemented by certifications including a Six Sigma Brown Belt and membership in the Council on Competitive Intelligence.