Bob Kocis keynote speaker

Bob has spent over 30 years mastering the craft of sales, from his early days carrying a bag to leading global revenue teams in some of the world’s most competitive markets. He’s held top executive roles in both public and private equity-backed companies, serving as VP of Worldwide Sales at ANSYS, CRO at Continuum, and now President and COO at enterprise software leader Aptean.

Along the way, Bob has built a reputation for transforming high-potential reps into consistent performers, aligning sales cultures with customer-first values, and driving results that outlast economic cycles and organizational change. His experience spans continents and cultures. He’s led Asia Pacific operations from Shanghai and managed large-scale teams in North America and Europe. At every stage, Bob has remained committed to a leadership style rooted in clarity, empathy, and execution.