Originally posted on Data Center POST

In a strategic move to accelerate its growth trajectory, 365 Data Centers, a leading provider of network-centric colocation, cloud solutions and connectivity, has announced the appointment of Derek Gillespie as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Eric Thelen as the new SVP of Sales and Customer Success. These additions to the company’s executive team marks a significant step towards enhancing its market position and expanding its service offerings.

Gillespie brings over 25 years of proven sales leadership experience to 365 Data Centers. His extensive background in the Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) space, coupled with his global recognition for leadership and business acumen, positions him well to drive the company’s revenue growth strategies.

Prior to joining the 365 team, Gillespie held key positions at industry-leading companies. He served:

  • As Chief Sales Officer at Zayo, where he contributed to its growth as one of the largest privately held global communications infrastructure operators.
  • As CRO at Cosentry, a leading provider of public, private and hybrid IaaS solutions in the Midwest.
  • In various leadership roles at Savvis, where he transformed the sales department into a top provider of colocation, managed hosting and cloud services across the US, Europe and Asia.

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