Jon Ellihou

Jon (Jonathan) Ellihou is a senior executive with extensive experience in worldwide business development, sales, and marketing.1 He is currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Global Distribution Group, a position he has held since September 2017.1 Based in Austin, Texas, Ellihou has a diverse professional background spanning several industries.

Career Highlights

Current Roles::

• Chief Operating Officer at Global Distribution Group (September 2017 - Present)
• Founder of LaunchFactories (January 2017 - Present)

Previous Positions::

• Vice President of Worldwide Channel Sales at Other World Computing (August 2015 - February 2017)
• East Coast Channel Manager and Senior Manager at G-Technology (May 2013 - August 2015)
• Worldwide Sales Executive at Broadfield Distributing Inc (June 1999 - April 2013)

Professional Experience

Ellihou's career showcases his expertise in sales, marketing, and business development. At Broadfield Distributing Inc, he acquired and developed multi-million dollar dealer businesses and launched numerous manufacturers to over 1,600 active accounts.1 His specialty lies in new business development and new product line launches.

Educational Background

Ellihou's educational background includes:

• Studies at the LIAFA Long Island Academy of Fine Art, focusing on portrait and landscape painting
• Training at Future Media Concepts in various digital media technologies
• Attendance at City University of New York-Hunter College
• Art History studies at the School of Visual Arts

Additional Information

Jon Ellihou has been recognized in the Marquis Who's Who 2023 edition, indicating his notable achievements and influence in his field.1 His diverse background, which includes experience as a freelance television editor and a stint in the financial sector, has contributed to his well-rounded approach to business leadership.