Overview
Michael Reid is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board Director at Megaport Ltd. His leadership is characterized by a strong emphasis on culture, people, and execution, backed by over 19 years of industry experience.
Career Highlights
- Current Role: CEO at Megaport, a leading global Network as a Service (NaaS) provider.
- Previous Role: Chief Revenue Officer at Cisco's SaaS Network Visibility Business, ThousandEyes.
- Accomplishments:
- Scaled the team from 150 to nearly 400 employees.
- Expanded the business into several new countries.
- Achieved a 2.4x growth in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), solidifying its position as the largest Cloud, SaaS, and Internet Visibility platform globally.
- Past Leadership:
- Led global sales efforts, focusing on acquisitions and market expansion.
- Held significant roles within Cisco, including leading the Northern Region of Australia and managing sales for Australia's largest financial services customers.
Education
- Degree: Aerospace Engineering from Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
Awards and Recognitions
- CEO Magazine Sales Executive of the Year (2019).
- High-profile recognitions:
- CEO Magazine Sales Executive of the Year.
- Women In Digital 'Top Bloke' Award.
- ARN Management Excellence Finalist.
- Women In Digital Most Innovative Leader.
Recent Activities and Achievements at Megaport
- Leadership Initiatives:
- Rejoined Megaport and publicized new hires to emphasize his commitment to organizational growth and culture.
- Oversaw the operational update and investor presentation revealing robust financial performance:
- Record Revenue: $49.5M, marking a 30% year-over-year growth.
- Launched strategic partnerships, such as with Aviatrix, during the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Summit to enhance cloud connectivity solutions.
Strategic Vision
- Michael Reid has consistently demonstrated a transformative approach in his leadership:
- Focused intensely on global go-to-market strategies.
- Developed a corporate culture centered on excellence and innovation.
- Led significant technological advancements and spearheaded multiple acquisitions to drive growth.
Contact Information
LinkedIn: [Michael Reid](https://www.linkedin.com/in/micreid)
Michael Reid's expansive career highlights his proficiency in scaling operations, leading transformative sales strategies, and driving global market expansions, making him a pivotal leader at Megaport.