David Blazek

David Blazek

Director, Global Sales Channels - Engineering at AVEVA & CEO at AVEVA Czech Republic

AVEVA•Praha - západ, Central Bohemia, Czechia

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Experience33+ Years
LevelLeadership

Executive Overview

Trying to push sustainable innovation through Digital Transformation. Inspired by visionary leaders, my customers and partners who aim at making our world better, I am driven by desire to contribute in how we use modern digital technologies for improving the way we design, build and operate our facilities to use our world’s resources more responsibly. I strive to help to make this world better place to live for our children. I strive to create a sustainable future where innovation empowers positive change.As a seasoned sales and channel management executive with over 35 years of experience—including 20+ years in senior leadership roles at a leading global IT corporation—I specialize in turning challenges into opportunities. I work closely with organizations to streamline operations, accelerate projects, and achieve cost-effective, eco-friendly outcomes. My goal is to help businesses thrive in the face of change and lead the charge toward a more sustainable, efficient future.I bring proven expertise in influencing global agreements, managing high-performing teams, and building strategic partnerships with C-level executives. My track record includes consistently exceeding targets, driving year-over-year growth, and successfully leading major global initiatives such as corporate reorganizations, new market expansions, and product launches.Core Expertise: Sales Leadership | Partner & Channel Management | Business Development | Strategic Planning | Sustainability Solutions | Executive Stakeholder Engagement | Team LeadershipLet’s connect to explore how we can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and sustainability.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • AVEVACurrent
    Apr 2014–Present· 12 yrs 6 mos
    • Director, Global Indirect Sales, Engineering, AVEVA, Czech RepublicCurrent
      Aug 2024–Present
    • Director, Global Indirect Sales – Engineering
      May 2022–Sep 2024
    • Director, Sales Channels and Partnerships - Russia, CIS & Eastern Europe
      Apr 2021–Jun 2022
    • Director, Sales Channels and Partnerships - AVEVA Group Sales Channels - Eastern Europe
      Jul 2020–Apr 2021
    • Director, Sales Channels and Partnerships Engineering - Europe, Africa & Middle East
      May 2019–Jul 2020
    • Sales Channels and Partnerships Director - Europe & South Africa
      Aug 2018–Apr 2019
    • Sales Channels and Partnerships Director - Europe
      Apr 2018–Aug 2018
    • Regional Sales Director - EMEA CEE Countries
      Apr 2014–Mar 2018
  • Nov 2007–Mar 2014· 6 yrs 4 mos
    • ITA & Territory Sales Executive, EMEA CHS Countries
      Feb 2011–Mar 2014
    • Project Sales Executive, EMEA CHS Countries
      Sep 2009–Mar 2011
    • Major Accounts Sales Manager - EMEA CHS Countries
      Nov 2007–Sep 2009
  • 2001–2007· 6 yrs
    • Deputy Sales Director
      2003–2007
    • Senior Project Manager
      2001–2003
  • Jun 2000–May 2001· 11 mos
    • Branch Office Project Manager, CZ
      Jun 2000–May 2001
  • 1997–2000· 3 yrs
    • Key Account Manager
      1997–2000
    • Department Manager, Information Technology
      1996–1997
    • Computer Graphics, 3D & Special Effects Specialist
      1995–1996
  • Mar 1993–May 2003· 10 yrs 2 mos
    • Owner, Principal
      Mar 1993–May 2003

Education

MBA

Full-time MBA in International Business

University of Birmingham

MSc., Dipl. Eng.

Faculty of Applied Sciences, Information Technologies

University of West Bohemia, Pilsen

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David Blazek
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Project ManagementDirect SalesPresentation CoachingSales ManagementSoftware Project ManagementSolution SellingKey Account ManagementChannel SalesChannelBusiness StrategySales PresentationsBusiness Analysis & ProcessesBusiness Strategy & DevelopmentIndirect Sales LeadershipExecutive LeadershipChannel Relationship ManagementGlobal Channel Sales ManagementBusiness DevelopmentSales Channel DevelopmentBusiness Coaching