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Justin Christmas

Justin Christmas

Kokomo,IN

Summary

Professional Summary

Supervisor of Sales Engineering with extensive experience supporting correctional agencies through complex technology solutions. I lead and mentor a high‑performing sales engineering team while serving as a trusted advisor to customers, aligning operational needs with scalable, mission‑critical technology that enhances safety, efficiency, and performance. I partner closely with sales leadership, product teams, and customers to guide opportunity strategy, solution design, and successful implementation.

I bring over 12 years of corrections experience, having progressed from Corrections Officer to Commander of a medium‑sized facility. This background provides deep, firsthand insight into the daily challenges faced by correctional staff and informs a practical, customer‑centric approach to solution development and account support. Earlier in my career, I served in the United States Navy as a Crash and Salvage Crew Leader, where I developed strong leadership, decision‑making, and operational skills in high‑stakes environments.

Additionally, my prior experience as a licensed insurance agent strengthened my commercial acumen and communication skills. The combination of military leadership, correctional operations, technical sales leadership, and customer advocacy uniquely positions me to lead teams and support organizations operating in critical, high‑risk environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor of Sales Engineering

ViaPath Technologies
Remote (Indiana)
10.2025 - Current

As Supervisor of Sales Engineering, I partner closely with sales leadership and key customers to drive account success across the full customer lifecycle. I play a critical role in understanding customer business objectives, aligning solutions to those goals, and ensuring consistent delivery of value that supports revenue growth, retention, and long‑term partnerships.

I lead and coach teams through customer discovery, solution alignment, and executive‑level presentations, with a strong focus on managing stakeholder relationships, advancing opportunities, and positioning our solutions as strategic investments. I regularly collaborate with internal product and service teams to advocate for customer needs, guide account strategy, and support expansion opportunities.

My leadership approach emphasizes proactive communication, accountability, and continuous improvement. This ensuring customers feel supported, understood, and confident in our partnership while meeting organizational growth objectives.

Senior Sales Engineer

ViaPath Technologies
Remote (Indiana)
12.2024 - 10.2025

I lead the technical sales process by providing strategic pre-sales support, post-sales support, mentoring junior engineers, and acting as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal stakeholders. Deep industry knowledge, the ability to manage complex sales cycles, and the expertise to align technical solutions with business goals.

Sales Engineer

ViaPath Technologies
Remote (Indiana)
04.2022 - 12.2024

Combining technical knowledge with strong interpersonal skills to support sales teams and help customers understand, configure, and effectively implement complex products or solutions. Delivering product demonstrations, responding to RFPs, providing pre-sales technical support, and working closely with product development teams to align offerings with client needs.

Insurance Agent

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Kokomo, IN
01.2021 - 03.2022

Responsible for helping clients protect their assets and plan for the future by assessing their insurance needs and recommending suitable coverage options. Duties include identifying and developing new business opportunities, explaining policy features and benefits, processing applications, and maintaining long-term client relationships. Proficient in selling various types of insurance, including life, health, auto, home, and commercial coverage. Committed to providing exceptional customer service, ensuring policy compliance, and meeting or exceeding sales goals.

Corrections Commander

Howard County Sheriff's Office
Kokomo, IN
10.2007 - 12.2020

Responsible for the comprehensive management and leadership of a correctional facility, ensuring the safety, security, and welfare of inmates and staff. This role involved overseeing daily operations, enforcing policies, and maintaining compliance with all relevant laws and standards. I also served in specialized capacities including Special Emergency Response Team (SERT) Commander, Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Coordinator, and Internal Investigator, while providing advanced training as an Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Certified State Instructor.

Petty Officer Third Class

United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
09.2003 - 09.2007

Served as a Crew Leader in the Crash and Salvage unit, leading a team responsible for rapid emergency response, aircraft salvage, rescue, and recovery operations aboard naval air stations and aircraft carriers. Demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical expertise in high-pressure environments, ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment during critical incidents. Recognized for outstanding performance with multiple certificates, medals, and ribbons, including the Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Medal.

Skills

  • Contract Management
  • Business Strategy
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Contract Communication Support
  • Strategic Communications
  • Strategic Consulting
  • Operations & Leadership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Technical Sales & Solution Engineering
  • Crisis Management & Decision-Making
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Public Safety Technology Expertise
  • New Business Sales
  • Wireless Technologies
  • Technical Demonstrations
  • Leadership
  • Certified Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Instructor
  • Management
  • Employee Training & Coaching
  • Project Management

Accomplishments

    Contract Acquisition

    Direct contributor to over 30 contract extensions and 10 new business wins.

    Product Demonstration Success

    Executed 150+ product demonstrations.

    Won Major Contracts

    Secured three large contracts in 2025 by aligning solutions with client and business goals.

    Managerial Experience

    Over 16 years of combined managerial and leadership experience.

Timeline

Supervisor of Sales Engineering

ViaPath Technologies
10.2025 - Current

Senior Sales Engineer

ViaPath Technologies
12.2024 - 10.2025

Sales Engineer

ViaPath Technologies
04.2022 - 12.2024

Insurance Agent

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
01.2021 - 03.2022

Corrections Commander

Howard County Sheriff's Office
10.2007 - 12.2020

Petty Officer Third Class

United States Navy
09.2003 - 09.2007
Justin Christmas