Sivakumar Iyer

Regional Sales Director Africa at The Siemon Company

Sivakumar Iyer has over 24 years of experience in sales and business development. Sivakumar is currently serving as the Regional Sales Director for Africa at The Siemon Company since May 2023. In this role, they are responsible for steering sales across 25 countries, managing a team, and developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

Prior to their current position, Sivakumar held various sales management roles at The Siemon Company, including Sales Manager IMEA-Africa and Sales Manager ERA-Africa. In these roles, they successfully led sales efforts, managed budgets, and implemented strategies for brand management, sales planning, product launches, and marketing. Sivakumar also played a key role in expanding the company's presence in new regions.

Before joining The Siemon Company, Sivakumar worked at Westcon Ltd as a Business Development Manager, where they collaborated with cabling manufacturers and channel partners to position their products in the Middle East market. Sivakumar also worked at Thakral Gulf Fze as a Business Development Engineer and at Zener Electronics as a Trainee Engineer.

Overall, Sivakumar has demonstrated a strong track record in sales and business development, delivering results and driving growth for the companies they have worked for.

Sivakumar Iyer's education history is as follows:

- From 2023 to 2026, they pursued a Doctorate in Management with a focus on Applied Business Leadership and Research at UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia.

- Between 2020 and 2022, they completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business and Strategy from Cardiff Metropolitan University.

- In 2020 and 2021, they obtained a Certified Manager designation from the Chartered Management Institute, specializing in Human Resources, Sustainability, International Marketing, Financial, and Strategic Planning.

- In 2017 and 2018, they attended Cornell University for an Executive Leadership Program.

- Sivakumar earned a BE degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from Bharathiar University, attending from 1993 to 1997.

- From 1979 to 1993, they completed their XII Science A degree at Indian High School, Dubai.

In addition to their formal education, Sivakumar Iyer has obtained several certifications, including:

- "Becoming an Impactful and Influential Leader" from LinkedIn in December 2021.

- "Leadership Tips, Tactics and Advice" from LinkedIn in December 2021.

- "Building Your Visibility as a Leader" from LinkedIn in July 2021.

- "Becoming Head of Sales: Developing Your Playbook" from LinkedIn in June 2021.

- "Extended Diploma in International Business and Strategy" from SQA - Scottish Qualifications Authority in May 2021.

- "Leading in Crisis" from LinkedIn in May 2021.

- "Field Sales Management" from LinkedIn in March 2021.

- "5G Training" from 5GWorldPro.com 5G Training & Consulting Company in September 2020.

- "Soft Skills for Sales Professionals" from LinkedIn in July 2020.

- "Building Resilience" from LinkedIn in June 2020.

- "Ken Blanchard on Servant Leadership" from LinkedIn in June 2020.

- "Mentoring Others" from LinkedIn in May 2020.

- "Partner Certification" from SDVoE Alliance in May 2020.

- "Balancing Multiple Roles as a Leader" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "Body Language for Leaders" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "Enhancing Resilience" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "Executive Leadership" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "Sales: Closing Strategies" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

- "The Secret: What Great Leaders Know and Do (getAbstract Summary)" from LinkedIn in April 2020.

This is the complete education history and certifications obtained by Sivakumar Iyer, based solely on the information provided.

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Timeline

  • Regional Sales Director Africa

    May, 2023 - present

  • Sales Manager IMEA Africa

    January, 2020

  • Sales Manager ERA Africa

    September, 2012

  • Sales Manager Middle East

    December, 2008

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