Speakers

As the Director of Strategic Alliances at Avalara, Jermaine McKinnon leads the development and execution of key partnerships that drive growth, innovation, and market expansion. With over 8 years of experience in business development and strategic partnerships, Jermaine excels in identifying and cultivating high-impact relationships that align with corporate objectives and create mutual value.

Jermaine has a proven track record of negotiating and managing strategic alliances across a variety of industries, including retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and software. By leveraging a deep understanding of his partner’s go-to-market strategy and a collaborative leadership style, he helps the company forge long-lasting partnerships that accelerate business development and enhance competitive positioning.

Before joining Avalara, Jermaine held influential roles at government agencies and universities across the country, where he successfully led teams and established relationships that resulted in widespread growth and success.
Jermaine McKinnon holds a Masters Degree in Public Administration from Howard University and is passionate about creating value through collaboration, driving transformational initiatives, and fostering strategic relationships that deliver long-term success.