Gary Velotta

Gary Velotta
Executive in Residence, Innovation & Career Development
About Gary

Gary Velotta is a seasoned business leader with more than 45 years of experience in B2B sales, marketing, and strategic partner development across the digital transformation and enterprise software sectors. Throughout his career, he has helped organizations drive operational efficiency, reduce costs, and modernize business processes through the adoption of technologies such as enterprise content management, business process automation, and cloud-based solutions.

Gary has held senior leadership roles including Co-Founder and Managing Partner of software consulting firms, as well as executive positions in sales, marketing, and channel development. He has worked extensively with mid-size to Fortune 500 organizations, including financial institutions, healthcare providers, utilities, and manufacturing firms, supporting digital transformation initiatives and enterprise-wide technology adoption.

Known for his ability to bridge business strategy and technology execution, Gary has partnered with organizations such as Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Eversource to improve workflows, enhance customer experience, and deliver measurable ROI.

In addition to his corporate leadership, Gary is deeply committed to mentoring and workforce development. He serves as an SBA SCORE mentor and workshop presenter, advising entrepreneurs and small business owners on business planning, go-to-market strategy, and growth execution. He also works directly with students and early-stage founders, helping them translate ideas into viable ventures and career pathways.

As an Executive in Residence at the University of New Haven, Gary brings real-world insight into digital transformation, sales leadership, and entrepreneurial strategy. He works closely with students to build practical skills, strengthen industry readiness, and connect classroom learning to career outcomes. He earned an MBA in Marketing Management from St. John's University, Peter J. Tobin College of Business.

Areas of Expertise
  • Digital Transformation & Business Process Automation
  • B2B Sales & Marketing Strategy
  • Go-to-Market Planning & Execution
  • Enterprise Software & SaaS Solutions
  • Strategic Partnerships & Channel Development
  • Entrepreneurship & Small Business Mentorship
  • Technology Adoption & Workflow Modernization
  • Career Development & Student Mentorship