Zack Walz

Zack Walz is currently an Enterprise Client Executive at Red8, a role he has held since September 2023. He is based in the Greater Phoenix Area and has a background that includes professional football, having played as a linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals in the NFL for five seasons.

Professional Background

• Current Role: As an Enterprise Client Executive at Red8, Walz focuses on building meaningful relationships and delivering measurable business outcomes for organizations. His work involves collaboration with IT teams to address client needs effectively.

• Previous Experience: Before joining Red8, Walz held various positions, including:

  • Sales Manager at Clumio, where he developed sales teams and strategies for a SaaS backup and recovery platform.
  • Co-Founder and VP of Sales & Operations at Student-Athlete Showcase, a company aimed at assisting amateur athletes with college sports recruiting.
  • Sales Development Representative and SMB Account Executive at Clumio, where he consistently exceeded sales targets.

• NFL Career: Walz played for the Arizona Cardinals from 1998 to 2004, where he was known for his strong performance on the field and was a roommate of the late Pat Tillman, a notable figure in both sports and military service.

Education and Advocacy

Walz graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in International Business. He is also actively involved in community service as a member of the Phoenix Thunderbirds, which supports local charities through events like the Waste Management Phoenix Open, and as an advocate for the Pat Tillman Foundation, which provides scholarships and professional development for veterans and military families.12