MAYA ACKLEY
Eugene,OR
Summary
Executive sales and go-to-market leader with 20+ years of experience building, scaling, and transforming high-growth revenue organizations within cybersecurity and enterprise technology. Proven track record of driving revenue growth, developing future sales leaders, and creating scalable operational frameworks across organizations ranging from early-stage startups to publicly traded companies. Recognized for building high-performance cultures, accelerating market expansion, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver sustainable business outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES
Upwind Security
03.2026 - Current
- Lead Commercial Sales growth and market expansion initiatives within a rapidly scaling cloud security organization.
- Build and scale a high-performing Commercial Sales team, hiring 8 of the organization's 10 Account Executives within my first three months.
- Drive revenue attainment, pipeline generation, forecast accuracy, and operational excellence across the region.
- Partner with executive leadership to refine go-to-market strategy, territory design, sales execution, and customer acquisition initiatives.
- Recruit, develop, and coach top sales talent while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance.
- Implement scalable sales processes, performance frameworks, and operational disciplines that support long-term organizational growth.
VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGIC GROWTH & MARKET EXPANSION
Halcyon
02.2025 - 02.2026
- Partnered directly with executive leadership to identify, develop, and launch strategic growth initiatives focused on market expansion, executive engagement, and revenue acceleration.
- Built and expanded executive-level relationships across the cybersecurity ecosystem through CISO communities, advisory boards, industry associations, and strategic networking initiatives.
- Developed, launched, and managed strategic partnerships designed to increase market visibility, strengthen executive engagement, and drive pipeline generation.
- Expanded Halcyon's presence within key executive communities, including Inspire Leadership Network and Security Sisters, creating opportunities for deeper engagement with cybersecurity decision-makers.
- Established operational processes and reporting frameworks to track executive engagement, strategic initiative involvement, and Field CISO participation across active sales opportunities.
- Supported executive alignment, opportunity progression, forecasting visibility, and cross-functional coordination on strategic enterprise opportunities, ensuring follow-through on critical actions, stakeholder engagement, and revenue-driving initiatives.
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES
Halcyon
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Built the Commercial Sales organization and go-to-market strategy from inception, scaling the team into a significant revenue-generating business unit.
- Delivered 250%+ year-over-year ARR growth through strategic hiring, operational execution, and market expansion.
- Expanded Commercial Sales headcount by more than 450%, developing both individual contributors and first-line sales leaders.
- Drove a 184% increase in net new logo acquisition, significantly expanding market presence.
- Partnered with executive leadership to shape revenue strategy, GTM execution, and long-term business objectives.
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES, RENEWALS & CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Lookout, Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Led global Commercial Sales, Renewals, and Customer Success organizations across North America and EMEA, driving revenue growth, customer retention, and operational excellence.
- Managed second-line sales leadership and senior Customer Success leadership teams, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, customer outcomes, and go-to-market strategy.
- Directed performance management, coaching, and organizational development initiatives across revenue-generating and customer-facing teams.
- Served as executive escalation point for strategic customer, revenue, and operational matters.
- Partnered with executive leadership to drive forecasting accuracy, organizational alignment, change management, and cross-functional execution.
SENIOR DIRECTOR, UNIFIED COMMERCIAL SALES
SentinelOne
Eugene, USA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Built and scaled the Commercial Sales organization from 2 Account Executives to 40 Account Executives and 4 first-line sales leaders.
- Recruited, developed, and promoted top sales talent while establishing a scalable leadership structure.
- Defined vision, strategy, territory coverage, and operating model for Commercial Sales.
- Delivered more than 200% year-over-year growth during year one and 140% growth during year two.
- Consistently exceeded revenue targets while maintaining strong forecasting discipline and operational excellence.
- Partnered cross-functionally to strengthen execution, customer acquisition, and organizational alignment.
SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE
Gartner
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Partnered with C-level executives to develop enterprise-wide technology and business strategies.
- Managed strategic enterprise accounts while consistently achieving revenue and forecasting objectives.
- Leveraged consultative and Challenger-based selling methodologies to drive customer outcomes and business growth.
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Cylance
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed strategic enterprise accounts and developed territory plans that consistently achieved revenue objectives.
- Built strong executive and channel partner relationships to expand market presence and accelerate growth.
- Orchestrated cross-functional resources to maximize customer value and sales performance.
DIRECTOR, SALES ENABLEMENT - COMMERCIAL SALES
Veritas / Symantec
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Developed and delivered sales enablement programs supporting commercial sales organizations.
- Partnered with executive stakeholders to align training initiatives with business objectives and growth strategies.
- Led curriculum development, train-the-trainer programs, and role-based learning initiatives.
DISTRICT SALES MANAGER
Symantec
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Led and developed a team of 15 inside sales representatives, achieved revenue goals, and improved operational excellence.
Education
General Studies -
Pacific University
OregonSkills
- Revenue Growth
- Commercial Sales Leadership
- GTM Strategy
- Strategic Partnerships
- Executive Engagement
- Team Building & Scaling
- Leadership Development
- Forecasting & Pipeline Management
- Enterprise Sales
- Cross-Functional Leadership
Timeline
REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES
Upwind Security
03.2026 - Current
VICE PRESIDENT, STRATEGIC GROWTH & MARKET EXPANSION
Halcyon
02.2025 - 02.2026
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES
Halcyon
01.2024 - 02.2025
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL SALES, RENEWALS & CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Lookout, Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2023
SENIOR DIRECTOR, UNIFIED COMMERCIAL SALES
SentinelOne
01.2019 - 01.2022
SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE
Gartner
01.2018 - 01.2019
REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Cylance
01.2016 - 01.2018
DIRECTOR, SALES ENABLEMENT - COMMERCIAL SALES
Veritas / Symantec
01.2015 - 01.2016
DISTRICT SALES MANAGER
Symantec
01.2013 - 01.2015
General Studies -
Pacific University