Jeff Kietzmann

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DISC Type : DS

Head of Business Strategy for Central Eurasia and Island Nations, Amazon Leo at Amazon

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, United States

Overview

Jeff Kietzmann is a results-driven Space and Satellite Solutions Leader at Amazon with 30 years of industry experience. A PMP-certified U. S. Navy veteran, he has expertise in sales, engineering, and global operations, having attended the University of Liverpool for International Management. Colleagues describe him as dedicated, customer-focused, and goal-oriented.

Outside of his extensive global career, Jeff has a strong connection to nature and outdoor activities. He is an avid birdwatcher who has identified over 100 species near his home and enjoys kayaking and paddleboarding. He also holds a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician certification, highlighting a passion for outdoor preparedness.

He has an extensive record of successfully completing international projects on all seven continents and their surrounding seas.

Personality Overview

Consummate Professional

Output-Driven

Planner & Achiever

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Space & Satellite Solutions
Currently leads business strategy for Amazon Leo and previously worked on Project Kuiper, focusing on delivering satellite-based broadband to underserved communities worldwide.
Global Operations
With PMP certification and experience on all seven continents, he specializes in managing complex, large-scale international projects for commercial and government clients.
Wilderness Preparedness
Completed an intensive Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician course, showing a deep interest in outdoor leadership, self-discipline, and readiness.

Media Appearances

Jeff has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Head of Business Strategy for Central Eurasia and Island Nations, Amazon Leo at Amazon
10-2023 - 6-2024
Principal Global Operations Lead, Project Kuiper at Amazon
4-2022 - 9-2023
Senior Global Operations Lead, Project Kuiper at Amazon
5-2018 - 3-2022
Vice President & General Manager, Government at Anuvu
1-2017 - 5-2018
Vice President of Service Assurance at Anuvu

Education

12-2010 - 4-2013
International Management from University of Liverpool
6-1995 - 6-1996
Education details unavailable from United States Naval Academy

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Insights For Selling To Jeff

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jeff is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jeff

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jeff move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Jeff take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Jeff

Personality Compatibility


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