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As the Manager of Tech Business Development (Sales Manager) at Buy with Prime, I lead a team of six sales executives, focusing on GTM strategy. My role centers on driving the acquisition of new customers, coaching and developing the team, emphasizing sales fundamentals, go-to-market strategies, and product enhancements. Additionally, I collaborate cross-functionally with partner sales, onboarding, account management, and other teams to ensure customer growth and success.

As a Senior Partner Sales Manager at Amazon Web Services, I drove business growth by strategizing with Consulting and Independent Software Vendor AWS Partners. I supported the Northeast Enterprise Sales District in fostering cloud adoption and positive customer outcomes. My responsibilities included expanding existing customer relationships, devising go-to-market partner strategies for new customer acquisition, and executing deals with trust as a key team member. I also contributed to expanding AWS's presence through strategic partnerships, leading to overall revenue growth.

As a Sales Manager at Amazon Advertising, I led a high-achieving team of 6-8 Account Executives, surpassing growth targets. Notably, we achieved 100% YoY growth in Non-Endemic sectors and 92% in Beauty. I fostered strong cross-functional collaborations, nurtured talent growth by promoting various Account Executives and developing various sellers into Managers.

As a Sales Specialist at Amazon, I played a vital role in supporting the Field and Inside Sales teams, effectively communicating Amazon's Demand Side Platform's value to clients and relaying feedback to internal teams. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, engaged agencies to improve self-service capabilities, and mentored Account Executives to ensure DSP success. Additionally, I worked closely with Amazon's product team, contributing to the enhancement of existing offerings and the development of new products, emphasizing a commitment to innovation and client satisfaction.

At Vivaki (Publicis Media), I advanced from Account Manager to Senior Account Manager and eventually Team Lead. I excelled in campaign activation, specializing in programmatic strategy, optimization, and performance analysis across Display and Video channels using tech partners like Google, TURN, and Trade Desk. I maintained regular client engagement, suggesting innovative strategies, and acted as a mentor for new team members. My client portfolio included prominent brands like Best Buy, Carnival Cruise Lines, Starwood Hotels, and Victoria's Secret under the Razorfish agency, demonstrating my commitment to client success and strategic leadership.