Webmaster Kyle Says:
You there?
Aileen says:
Yep…just a sec
Webmaster Kyle Says:
It’s been upwards of 30 seconds now
Aileen says:
You’re very impatient since we bestowed the ‘marketing manager’ title upon you
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Yeah, there’s a bit of a power trip going on
Aileen says:
Next stop CEO!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
First things first, I need to move away from home
Aileen says:
Poor Kyle…we love you
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Speaking of love, all the Quagga CE’s seem to hero worship you. Aren’t sales VP’s usually feared and/or despised?
Aileen says:
Only when they aren’t delivering. The Quagga CE’s are exceptional – makes it easy
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I actually did some research for this interview
Aileen says:
Is this the red haired Kyle?
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Seriously…I asked one of our CE’s, who shall remain nameless, to sum you up in 10 words or less.
Aileen says:
*deep breath*
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Plus I actually wrote the answer down.
Aileen says:
Look at you
Webmaster Kyle Says:
“Equal parts Mother Hen and The Terminator.”
Aileen says:
LOL! And three words to spare!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Tell me about the mother hen side.
Aileen says:
Happy and healthy Quagga CE’s make happy and healthy customers and lead successful teams
Webmaster Kyle Says:
And how about The Terminator?
Aileen says:
I’ll leave that one to the imagination J
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I pulled your resume down off Monster.com
Aileen says:
Lies!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
OK—so I asked Ken about your background…which I found fascinating. Tell me about Mary Kay.
Aileen says:
That is where I learned it’s ok to be career minded AND put God first, family second, career third in your heart. This allows long hours and hard work to have a balanced purpose.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
How and why did you transition to telecom?
Aileen says:
Juggled both at the same time. That is where I learned that success breeds success. The busiest people get the most done!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
It’s pretty amazing stuff…and I’m not just saying that because the trajectory of my career is dependent upon you.
Aileen says:
That’s a relief
Webmaster Kyle Says:
You’ve run your own business, built an empire at Mary Kay, sold for Cisco, been Sales Director at the largest Avaya partner in the country, taken the ride from AT&T to Lucent to Avaya, etc, etc.
Aileen says:
Maybe I should post my resume!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Seriously, I’ll do it for you.
Aileen says:
I’d rather you finish that INAAU invitation I’m waiting for J
Webmaster Kyle Says:
But I must ask, of all the places you could have gone, why Quagga?
Aileen says:
love that Ken and Scott are sale guys themselves – they “get it” when clients want things colored outside of the lines
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I must say, I was bursting at the seams at the Avaya event we went to in Berkeley. Was it just me or was there a major league buzz in the air about Quagga?
Aileen says:
It was crazy! Definitely a buzz!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
So do you guys perform secret songs and handshakes in the executive management meetings?
Aileen says:
Who’s been talking?
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Where do you see the company 5 years from now?
Aileen says:
Wildly referenceable customers in all industries, from west coast to east coast
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Where do you see me 5 years from now?
Aileen says:
Funny how things somehow lead back to you!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
OK…so nitty gritty stuff. What differentiates Quagga sales people from our competitors?
Aileen says:
They are extremely passionate, creative, hard working, and humorous. They are exceptional!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Having been sales director for the largest Avaya BP in the country I have two questions. Number one: name one area where Quagga is distinctly better than this other partner.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Toodle-oo
Aileen says:
Oh, I was waiting for the second question.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I’m conducting this interview in a very specific, set manner.
Aileen says:
More diversity and teaming throughout the entire company vs. by region
Webmaster Kyle Says:
And number two: Where is Quagga woefully inferior?
Aileen says:
The other company had a much bigger shopping mall near headquarters!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Ken has a note hanging in his office that cracks me up every time I see it. It’s a quote from you and it reads: “Ken and Scott are vague and charming.” Care to elaborate?
Aileen says:
Putting it into a poem – stay tuned
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Tell me about your family
Aileen says:
How long do you have? Loving, funny, friendly, passionate, compassionate, hard working, and always opinionated J
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I understand that your son in law is in Iraq
Aileen says:
Please keep Michael and all of our soldiers and their families in your prayers.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
This is the first interview I’m not exaggerating to say I enjoyed it. I hate to wrap it up, but wrap up we must.
Aileen says:
Rapid fire??
Webmaster Kyle Says:
There is no escape. You must immediately respond to these questions. No delay whatsoever.
Aileen says:
I accept the challenge
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Was Jan Brady mentally unstable?
Aileen says:
No. Don’t mistake the behavior of middle children like Jan and I.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Describe Kyle Stone in 10 words or less
Aileen says:
High maintenance, like one of those fancy English made cars
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Complete this ad copy: Two all beef patties, ___________________________________.
Aileen says:
Special sauce, lettuce, cheeses, pickles, onion, on a sesame seed bun! Used to be so proud at how fast I could say that as a kid!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
You can hang out for 7 hours with one historical figure. Who?
Aileen says:
Why 7 hours exactly?
Webmaster Kyle Says:
i Aileen, this is my interview.
Aileen says:
Jesus. Talk about a Mentor with wisdom, vision, patience, power, and passion!
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Most embarrassing moment in a business setting
Aileen says:
Having a large group out to a client lunch and while I was making final arrangements with the host, I noticed I had on one blue and one black shoe.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Favorite movie
Aileen says:
Walk in the Clouds
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Novel
Aileen says:
Ask and it is Given, (The Teachings of Abraham)
Webmaster Kyle Says:
TV Show
Aileen says:
Kung Fu.
Webmaster Kyle Says:
Describe a perfect Saturday afternoon
Aileen says:
Spending time family and friends, hearing them laugh, taking pictures, sharing good food, connecting….
Webmaster Kyle Says:
I’m a HUGE fan of yours. Great job!
Aileen says:
Thank you! When can I expect that the proofs for that invitation?