Connor Matthews

About Connor Matthews

Well here it goes,Throughout my life, from strangers to friends, I’ve consistently been told I’m a natural salesman. I credit that to the fantastic influence of my mother and her unyielding optimism, which seemed to pass effortlessly to me.I fought it at first, thinking my strengths in math and my interest in finance would be the path I’d enjoy most. But during and after college, I discovered that my real passion lies in engaging with people and helping them navigate the typically stressful, fast-moving environments that come with higher-end food service and dining. We all have to start somewhere—and the friendships and lessons that industry gave me are worth their own degree.Through my natural communication skills, I realized I could genuinely help people and make their experiences memorable. I developed soft skills that I didn\'t realize at the time would eventually shape my path into a sales career. One of my favorite lessons: embrace the situation, adapt, and accept the outcome.Whether working with customers in dining, manufacturing, or tech, embracing and understanding \"what is\" has always been a key player. I can’t expect to provide a solution if I’m not first willing to listen and accept the problem. Adapting to knowledge gaps, roadblocks, complex relationships, or even poor timing and shifting goals keeps the sales process alive and fuels my passion for helping people along with the excitement of a new experience.As for accepting outcomes, that’s a big one. At the end of the day, whether or not you believe in the value of what I’m offering, I remain respectful, helpful, and eternally optimistic that our paths may cross again. Whether in this job or the next, I aim to maintain respect and a positive outlook to help navigate whatever challenges you might face.Connect if you\'re interested in a friendly chat!Currently helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity posture through advanced threat detection and response. Evangelizing CrowdStrike\'s industry-leading Falcon platform for endpoint protection, cloud security, identity protection, and threat intelligence to defend against today\'s sophisticated adversaries.Here’s a peek into what I’m into- Video Games- Disc Golf & Golf- Anything Meat-Based- Music- Anything with a motor (Combustion)- Motorcycles, Vehicle Repair, & Car Detailing- Movies & TV Shows- Beer/ CocktailsI wanted to list books here, but honestly, I could use some good recommendations—my reading habits could really stand to replace my screen time habit

Experience

1. Sales Development Representative 90 10 Outbound Inbound

   Ping Identity

   Apr 2024 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Ping Identity is a premier provider of cutting-edge identity security solutions, dedicated to empowering businesses with robust authentication, single sign-on, access management, and identity governance capabilities. Our innovative technology enables organizations to confidently navigate the digital landscape while safeguarding their most critical assets. Trusted by a global clientele spanning various industries, Ping Identity\'s solutions are designed to streamline user access, enhance security, and ensure regulatory compliance.At Ping Identity, we understand the evolving challenges of identity and access management in today\'s dynamic world. Our comprehensive suite of solutions is crafted to meet the diverse needs of modern businesses, whether it\'s securing customer-facing applications, enabling workforce productivity, or protecting sensitive data. With a relentless focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, we strive to provide unparalleled support and expertise to help organizations thrive in the digital age.Join the thousands of enterprises worldwide who trust Ping Identity to secure their digital environments and unlock the full potential of their digital initiatives. Experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing your organization\'s identity security is in expert hands. Connect with Ping Identity on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest industry insights, product updates, and security best practices.

Education

• Texas State University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance, General

• Lone Star College

  General Studies

  2011 — 2013

• Klein Collins High School

  High School, General Studies