
Timeline
About me
🌱Award Winning Sales Leader | Customer Success Expert | Strategic Collaborator | EMBA Candidate
Education

University of waterloo
1997 - 2001Bachelor of arts (b.a.) english language and literature, generalActivities and Societies: Frosh Week Leader; Social Committee

Quantic school of business and technology
2024 - 2025Executive master of business administration
Centennial college
2002 - 2003Book and magazine publishing certificate book publishing
Experience

Wiley
Jun 2003 - Jul 2024I led a dynamic team of 6 field account managers, 1 inside account manager and 1 sales support specialist. I strategically guided our efforts to surpass targets, resulting in an impressive $10 million in annual revenue. Over three consecutive years, I consistently exceeded expectations, driving growth by an average of 112% and achieving a remarkable $1 million boost in regional sales. I take pride in fostering the success of newly onboarded team members through coaching and mentoring, resulting in exceptional performance within their roles. By analyzing regional and territorial sales data, I skillfully identified opportunities and mitigated risks, collaborated cross-functionally to devise effective strategies and close opportunities.Achievements:North American Regional Sales Manager of the year in Fiscal year 20213/3 Years Consistency and 100% Club 2019, 2020, 2021My position was unfortunately eliminated due to a mass-downsizing event at Wiley. Show less As the driving force behind courseware sales growth, I contributed significantly to a $3.5 million revenue increase. I conducted impactful training sessions, equipping both customers and colleagues with comprehensive knowledge of our courseware solutions and sales strategies. My dedication to process improvement led to the successful implementation of strategies that increased efficiency and revenue. I worked with top Universities across Canada to enable Integrations of Wiley's software using LTI connections and adhering to privacy commitments and providing RFP's when necessary.I worked cross-functionally with product, sales, technical teams and external stakeholders to deliver and IP solution for the institutions residing in Alberta due to provincial rules on courseware usage, saving $800K of business and keeping over $2M worth of business accessible to attain by our sales team.My ability to secure large-scale courseware adoptions and deliver compelling presentations at customer events showcases my commitment to exceptional customer success. Show less Playing a pivotal role in Wiley Canada's Digital transformation, I pioneered valuable customer training processes, retention strategies and customer advocates. Across Canada, I led courseware sales, success, implementation, and retention initiatives in STEM, collaborating closely with 17 Account Managers and their customers. My persuasive solution and value proposition sales presentations played a pivotal role in securing high-profile adoptions, contributing to substantial revenue growth. I grew our product validation (usage/sale) rates by 15%. Show less
Regional Manager, Sales
Aug 2018 - Jul 2024Manager, Learning Solutions (Customer Success)
Nov 2012 - Aug 2018Customer Success Account Manager
Oct 2006 - Nov 2012Sales Account Manager
Sept 2005 - Oct 2006Marketing & Sales Coordinator
Jun 2003 - Sept 2005
Licenses & Certifications

Prud'homme beer certification - level 1 - the beer enthusiast
Prud'homme beer certificationApr 2017
Talent management
Quantic school of business and technologyJun 2024
Positive leadership
Quantic school of business and technologyJan 2024
Strategic leadership
Quantic school of business and technologyJan 2024
Business storytelling
Quantic school of business and technologyApr 2024
Effective business writing
Quantic school of business and technologyMay 2024
Change leadership
Quantic school of business and technologyJan 2024
The art of the presentation
Quantic school of business and technologyApr 2024
Certified infant sleep consultant
Qc career schoolDec 2023
The art of negotiation
Quantic school of business and technologyMay 2024
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Kristen Vanderkooy, EMBANorth American Regional Manager of the Year Wiley May 2021
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