Woody Preston

About Woody Preston

National Account Manager with 20+ years of experience leading large-scale security programs across enterprise commercial and public-sector environments. I currently work with Axis Communications, where my focus is on complex, mission-critical deployments that require strong execution discipline, cross-functional alignment, and long-term customer trust.My background spans large commercial portfolios and public-sector initiatives, including work supporting NYPD, NYC DOT, and the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey—mission critical environments where reliability, compliance, and operational accountability are non-negotiable. I am experienced in navigating multi-stakeholder decision models, public procurement processes, and high-visibility projects where execution risk must be actively managed.I bring deep technical fluency across IP video, analytics, access control, alarms, and networked security infrastructure, paired with strong financial acumen and a practical understanding of logistics, supply chain constraints, and delivery realities. My approach is rooted in translating technology into measurable operational, risk-reduction, and ROI-driven outcomes.Earlier in my career, I supported national and enterprise programs for Fortune 500 organizations including Target, Apple, Gap Inc, Starbucks, PetSmart, The Home Depot, and The Sports Authority, building a foundation in scale, standardization, and long-term account strategy that continues to inform my work today.I am known for building trusted relationships with customers, partners, and internal teams; aligning strategy with execution; and operating with a strong emphasis on accountability, ethics, and results—particularly in complex, high-pressure environments.

Experience

1. Regional Sales Manager

   Axis Communications

   Dec 2021 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Axis Company Profile About Axis CommunicationsBy combining intelligent technology and human imagination, we offer solutions based on sight, sound and analytics to improve security and creating new ways to optimize your business. As the industry leader in network video, Axis offers products and services for video surveillance and analytics, access control, intercom and audio systems. Axis has more than 3,800 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions. Axis was founded in 1984 and has its headquarters in Lund, Sweden. For more information about Axis, please visit our website