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Summary

Seasoned senior executive with extensive experience in sales, marketing, and international business development, holding multiple VP and GM roles in SaaS, ISV, and IaaS organizations across sustainability and field service management sectors. Career history includes leadership of commercial operations, P&L ownership, M&A involvement, and global team management in locations such as Boston, Scottsdale, Chicago, Dubai, and Mumbai, with a consistent focus on high-growth, disruptive technology companies. Demonstrated strengths include sales strategy and execution, “lead to cash” process design, partner and channel development, deal coaching, customer success, professional services management, and operational cost optimization. Key achievements include rapid implementation of end-to-end sales models and partner programs, recruitment and leadership of direct and channel sales teams, significant year-over-year revenue growth, material expense reductions, and repeated media exposure that enhanced corporate visibility and positioned firms for acquisition. Educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University, providing a foundation in analytical thinking and organizational dynamics. Currently oriented toward executive-level growth, commercial operations, and go-to-market leadership roles in technology-driven organizations seeking to scale revenue, expand international channels, and optimize commercial performance.

Work experience

Vice President- Growth & Development

2025-01present
Sustainability Partners, Chandler, US

Provide senior leadership to support the growth and development of commercial operations for the industry's leading IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) provider focusing on an opportunity more than a trillion dollars per year.
As a Disruptive Organization, the role requires:

  • Extreme *Extreme Ownership
  • Sales Strategy & Execution
  • Equip the Teams
  • Deal Coaching
  • Tactical Activities Work directly in live negotiations and closings-providing real-time coaching during calls, presentations, and high-level discussions.
  • Deliver World Class Experiences
  • Every Action is Measurable
  • "No Man Left Behind"

Executive Vice President & General Manager

20192025
TimeLinx, Scottsdale, US
  • Chief executive driving the overall commercial operations for an industry leading project and service management ISV.
  • Office locations & staff - Boston, Scottsdale, Chicago, Dubai, and Mumbai
  • Duties include P&L, M&A, pre-sales, post sales, professional services, customer service, alliances & profitable growth.
  • Managing Partner.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive "lead to cash" sales model for the entire organization in first 60 days of employment.
  • Recruit, on-board, train and manage all staff in the organization.
  • Developed and implemented a complete business partner program in first 60 days.
  • Decrease expenses by 25% in first 60 days.
  • 100% year over year revenue growth in first 6 months of employment
  • Featured over fifteen times in national publications and media outlets in first 60 days of employment.
  • Manage strategic partnerships, liaison with vendors and industry affiliations.
  • Positioned the company for acquisition.

Executive Vice President

20172019
AgileField, Scottsdale, US
  • Provide senior leadership, strategic direction and accelerate growth driving the commercial distribution channels for an industry leading Field Service Management ISV headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona.
  • Manage P&L for the commercial elements of the business including channels, sales, pre-sales, marketing, recruitment, customer service, professional services, and training.
  • Developed/executed/executed strategic sales plan, sales structure, compensation plans, hiring, recruitment, marketing, infrastructure workflows as well as vendor and partner relationships.
  • Report to CEO.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive "lead to cash" sales model for the entire organization in first 60 days of employment.
  • Recruit, on-board, train and manage both direct and channel sales teams.
  • Developed and implemented a complete business partner program in under 60 days of employment.
  • Successfully recruited over thirty reselling business partners and strategic alliances in the first 6 months of employment
  • 100% year over year revenue growth in first 9 months of employment
  • Featured over thirty times in national publications and media outlets in first 60 days of employment.
  • Manage strategic partnerships, liaison with vendors and industry affiliations.
  • Positioned the company for a successful acquisition.

Vice President

20152017
MedAire, Phoenix, US
  • Provide senior leadership for 25+ person international sales, operations, account management, and training team selling medical, security and technology solutions to the aviation industry headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona with offices located globally.
  • Manage a $2 million payroll, $500,000 expense budget and tasked with a $28,000,000+ annual sales target.
  • Responsible for over 1,400 clients, twenty-five different partner/vendors in over forty countries Developed/executed strategic sales plan, sales structure, compensation plans, hiring strategy, marketing plans, infrastructure workflows as well as vendor and partner relationships.
  • Report to CEO.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Worked for the organization 2004 through 2007 and returned in 2015 with an expanded role.
  • Manage an international sales, business development, and account management team of 20+
  • Over 10% Growth in First Year with Organization with 10% Less Staff
  • Responsible for $25,000,000.00+ sales target with clients in over 40 countries
  • Responsible for a $2,000,000.00+ payroll & $500,000.00 expense budget
  • Manages offices across North, Central and Latin America
  • Manage strategic partnerships, liaison with vendors and industry affiliations (Gulfstream, Bombardier, Boeing etc.)
  • Developed / Introduced a Complete Organizational Restructure in less than 90 Days.
  • Report to the Chief Operating Officer

Vice President, Sales, and Marketing

20142015
KnowledgeNet, Tempe, US
  • Manage a 90-person North American sales, marketing and business development team selling a learning management platform that includes live, virtual technical and business skills training solutions to the SMB through to the enterprise.
  • Manage a $4million expense and payroll budget to achieve a $15 million annual sales target.
  • Responsible for over 14,000 clients and 30,000 students using KnolwedgeNet's solutions.
  • Developed/executed strategic sales plan, sales structure, compensation plans, hiring strategy, marketing plans, infrastructure workflows as well as vendor and partner relationships.
  • Report to CEO.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Turned negative company growth of -20% into a positive 30% in first 13 months of employment.
  • Rebuilt entire sales process, workflows, infrastructure for front-office and back-office systems increase efficiency by over 30%.
  • Recognized for the two largest sales quarters in the company's 11-year history in first 13 months of employment.
  • Had the company recognized as "Best Place to Work in Arizona" and "Top Company in Arizona" in twice in 13 months?
  • Positioned the company for a successful acquisition.

Vice President, Sales & Marketing

20112014
Blytheco, LLC, Laguna Hills, US
  • Provide senior leadership for the North American sales team at Blytheco LLC - an industry leading ERP, CRM and HRMS software sales, IT consulting and Implementation Company headquartered in Laguna Hills, California.
  • Responsible for managing a 30+ person sales organization situated in over 15 locations, with a $30+ million sales target, strategic business plans, sales initiatives, contract negotiations, and incentive programs.
  • Handle pre and post sales service evaluations, staff development, and training programs corporate presentations to the IT community.
  • Report to the CEO.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Sales grew by 10% in the first 12 months of employment while reducing budget.
  • Increased net new customer adds by 53% in first 12 months with reduced staff.
  • Recognized as Sage "Business Partner of the Year".
  • Streamlined internal sales systems, introduced Sandler to increase efficiency and offer better customer experiences.
  • Increased closing rate for the team by over 5% and expanded alternative route to market revenue by 15%.

Vice President, Sales & Strategic Alliances

20072011
Sage Software, Scottsdale, US
  • Managed a 75-person international sales team selling CRM software solutions to small business through enterprise class customers.
  • Effectively administered a $15 million expense and payroll budget to achieve a $70 million annual sales target.
  • Responsible for over 800 business partner relationships and a client base of 55,000+ customers using ACT! SageCRM and SalesLogix CRM solutions.
  • Developed/executed the division's strategic sales, compensation, and channel partner business plans as well as review/negotiate contracts.
  • Report to Executive Vice President of Sales.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Introduced over ten new programs contributing additional 12% increase in annual revenue, brought formal sales training to the division, implemented a formal forecasting and pipeline reporting system, introduced an "ambassador committee" to promote moral within the division.
  • Sales grew by 3% in the first 5 months of employment at Sage in FY07 while under budget by $250,000.
  • Successfully negotiated the largest contract in the history of the CRM divisionincluding sales and service.
  • Exceeded annual sales targets in 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011.
  • Under expense budgets 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 and increased closing rates from 28% to 33%.

Increased reseller partner channel revenue by 13% YoY in and promoted in first year of employment.

Vice President of Sales & Marketing

20042007
MedAire, Tempe, US
  • Managed 40-person international sales and marketing team targeting the aviation and maritime industries.
  • Effectively administered $4.1-million payroll and $1-million marketing budgets to achieve over $30 million in annual sales: over 1,400 client relationships and twenty formal partnerships.
  • Developed the company's strategic sales and marketing plan as well as compensation models, reviewed/negotiated contracts.
  • Introduced an indirect sales (channel) model to an otherwise direct sales organization.
  • Reported to the President/CEO.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Sales grew by double digits in first 6 months of employment while under budget for the fiscal year.
  • Reduced expenses and exceeded annual sales targets in 2004, 2005, and 2006.
  • Sustained a greater than 95% customer retention rate as well as a 96% client satisfaction survey score.
  • I received a Certificate of Excellence Award for maintaining ISO 9001 compliance throughout tenure.
  • Implemented a CRM system companywide and boosted efficiency and performance by more than 12%.

Regional Vice President, Western US

19992004
CA (Computer Associates), Scottsdale, US
  • Provided leadership to indirect (reseller) based software sales teams in 14 Western states managing relationships with over 2,200 clients.
  • Controlled $2-million payroll and $1.2-million marketing budgets to attain a $40-million sales target.
  • Supervised twelve field sales managers along with 6 inside sales team members.
  • Developed field marketing and business plans.
  • Implemented strategic sales activities and incentive programs.
  • Conducted presales presentations along with field engagement and post-sales product/service evaluations.
  • Facilitated post-sales training and staff development programs.
  • Delivered professional and corporate presentations to the IT community.
  • Assessed and negotiated contracts. Reported to the Divisional Vice President.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Grew the two largest resellers in CA's channel by double digits in 1st year.
  • Exceeded revenue targets in 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2004 while coming in under budget 1999-2004.
  • Promoted in 1st year of employment.

Regional Manager, Southwestern US

19981999
Bell & Howell-Information and Learning Services, Phoenix, US
  • Managed the company's largest sales territory, which spanned Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, and southern California.
  • Administered a budget and quota more than $18 million in annual sales.
  • Directed all facets of the development of new and existing clients in the government and education technology market. Initiated and maintained state, county, and city government level relationships.
  • Held sales and management responsibilities for the region's field and tele sales team.
  • Developed marketing and business plans.
  • Oversaw pre- and post-sales activities, including presentations, evaluations, and training.
  • Reported to the Vice President of Sales and Handled negotiations and contractual issues.

Key Accomplishments and Contributions:

  • Negotiated statewide contracts with the New Mexico Department of Education and Nevada Department of Education.
  • Drove a 200% increase in sales in less than 18 months.
  • Enlarged market presence and the client base by more than 100%.
  • Maintained a customer retention rate of more than 95%.

Regional Sales Manager

19951998
UPS Freight (Motor Cargo), Phoenix, US

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

1992-01
Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science:
Arizona State University Tempe, AZ 1987-1992

Qualifications

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

  • EXCELLENT STRATEGIST - Provide solutions that boost productivity and efficiency across the organization. Quickly identify problem areas and implement effective solutions to meet goals.
  • EXCEPTIONAL ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS - Consistently recognized by colleagues for exceptional talents in needs analysis and problem resolution in fast-paced environments.
  • STRONG SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY - Solid professional standards; excellent track record of dependability. Maintain focus on achieving results while implementing business solutions to meet a diversity of needs.
  • ADMINISTRATION, LEADERSHIP, AND MANAGEMENT - Knowledgeable of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources.
  • TEAMWORK/TEAM BUILDING - Readily establish rapport and sense of trust with customers and personnel of various ages, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds. Valued team member. Service-oriented; enjoy helping and supporting others. Conscientious and steady. Entrusted with confidential information.
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE - Consistently demonstrate responsiveness, strong customer focus, and ability to build good customer relationships.

Achievements

  • Accomplished and results driven professional with more than 25 years of experience in designing and executing "go to market strategies" for sales teams and contracted partners that generate double-digit growth and over $1,000,000,000.00 in sales. Have a wide range of sales experience including F500, SMB, international, pre-IPO and government (state, local, federal and education). Recognized for professionalism, commitment to excellence, and demonstrated ability to communicate and work with senior management, associates, and customers. Has excellent interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with co-workers at all levels and experience in all revenue channels: Direct, Channel, Call Center, Field, OEM, and e-Commerce. Self-motivated and can work independently or in a team. Broad-based qualifications include
  • Recognized for the two largest sales quarters in the company's 11-year history in first 13 months of employment
  • Had the company recognized as "Best Place to Work in Arizona" and "Top Company in Arizona" in twice in 13 months
  • Recognized as Sage "Business Partner of the Year"
  • I received a Certificate of Excellence Award for maintaining ISO 9001 compliance throughout tenure

Associations

  • Executive Fiesta Bowl Committee (Member)
  • Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
  • Board President - Fireside Homeowners Association (President)
  • Fireside Elementary School Site Counsel
  • Head Coach - Gridiron Youth Football
  • Head Coach - RSL Youth Soccer