Matt Bates

Matt Bates is a seasoned sales leader with extensive experience in strategic account management and cyber resiliency services. Currently serving as the Director of Strategic Account Sales at SaskTel National, Matt focuses on delivering cloud, cyber security, and IT managed services to Canadian mid-market clients. Prior to this role, Matt held the position of Associate Director of Cyber Resiliency Services Sales at Kyndryl, where engagement with C-level executives centered around risk mitigation and data protection strategies. Matt's tenure at IBM spanned over a decade, during which impressive sales achievements were recorded, including surpassing sales targets by 617% in 2020. Academic credentials include a BA in Economics & Finance with a Minor in Sciences from Simon Fraser University.