Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author

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Senior Sales Director @ Fractal Design | Sales, Marketing, Partnership Executive I MBA @ Fractal Design
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Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, United States
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About Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author

Offering 20+ years of sales and marketing experience in the consumer electronics, audio, and technology industry for both fortune 500 companies and startups from Silicon Valley to Research Triangle Park. In addition, an advanced education with Executive MBA, an M.A in Music Business & Entertainment Industries, and a B.A in Music and Broadcasting, as well as multiple certifications and publications in sales, marketing, partnerships, e-commerce, and business management.My career includes managing relationships with retailers such as Amazon, BestBuy, Target, Walmart, Newegg, Micro Center, Electronics Express, and QVC/HSN along with distributors D&H, Ingram Micro, Tech Data, O'Rourke Sales, and Synnex. Currently steering retail channel sales at Fractal Design fostering key partnerships, notably our collaboration with Amazon, to bolster the USA retail presence for our award-winning PC hardware. The strategies executed have fortified our market position as a leader in designing and manufacturing premium gaming components.Previously, I led channel sales and marketing for WiSA Technologies, a global leader in wireless audio speaker products, and consulted consumer product and tech companies as an advisor with NewChip Accelerator, a #1 ranked online startup incubator. I also held senior sales and marketing roles with global technology companies like Creative Labs, SanDisk, and Qualcomm, where I received awards for outstanding contribution to marketing and selling new technology.My core competencies include channel sales, channel marketing, business development, and partnerships. I have a proven track record of driving sales growth, developing strategic partnerships, and launching innovative products for both international companies and domestic USA startups. My mission is to leverage my expertise, creativity, and passion in sales, marketing, and partnerships of consumer electronics, audio, music, and tech products to help companies deliver innovation, great experiences, and value to its customers.

Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author's Current Company Details
Fractal Design

Fractal Design

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Senior Sales Director @ Fractal Design | Sales, Marketing, Partnership Executive I MBA
Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author Work Experience Details
  • Fractal Design
    Senior Sales Director
    Fractal Design Aug 2023 - Present
    Västra Frölunda, Västra Götaland, Se
    Fractal Design is the leading designer and manufacturer of premium PC hardware including cases, cooling, power supplies, and accessories. Fractal has a global reputation for innovative design, elegant aesthetics, and finest build quality making it one of the best-selling and award winning gaming hardware companies. Fractal Design products are available in over 45 countries worldwide with headquarters in Sweden alongside offices in the USA and Taiwan.•Leading retail channel sales for the Fractal highly acclaimed and award winning computer cases, cooling, power supplies and accessory products. Special emphasis on Amazon.com and Best Buy partnerships alongside overall retail growth.
  • Newchip Accelerator
    Senior Sales Marketing Consultant
    Newchip Accelerator Mar 2022 - Sep 2023
    Austin, Tx, Us
    NewChip Accelerator: Ranked #1 Online Startup Incubator•Consulted consumer product and tech companies in sales, marketing, business development, and partnerships. Advised Ice Jack Technologies, Otzibrew, Mama Bev's Pies, and BeatConnect Audio
  • Wisa Technologies, Inc.
    Vice President Of Channel Sales
    Wisa Technologies, Inc. Apr 2019 - Mar 2022
    Beaverton, Oregon, Us
    WiSA Technologies: Global leader in wireless audio technologies & speaker products •Led retail channel sales & marketing for Platin Audio wireless surround sound speaker systems•Managed retailers & distributor relationships with BestBuy, Target, Electronic Express, Walmart, Newegg, Walts TV, O'Rourke Sales, Beach Camera, B&H Photo, And QVC•Supported WiSA speaker partners with product launches and development of channel assets, ecommerce, merchandising, and messaging•Oversaw rep firms and consumer electronic partnerships to bring new wireless audio products to market increasing WiSA certified product sales
  • Netsertive
    Director Of Enterprise Sales
    Netsertive Sep 2017 - Sep 2018
    Morrisville, Nc, Us
    Netsertive: Premiere Digital Marketing Technology •Managed enterprise sales enabling brands and retailers to drive more business through Netsetive leading localized digital marketing technology •Identified and secured ​opportunities with​ ​brands,​ ​buying​ ​groups​, and retail partners resulting in new relationships with companies like Walmart, Ethan Allen, LoveSac, Intel, TP-Link, Ashley Homestore, Huawei, Klaussner & Hooker Furniture, and Monster Cable•Prospected and built ​relationships​ ​at​ executive level of consumer product and retail companies•Owned​ ​sales​ ​pipeline management creating new prospects​ and managed CRM (Sales​force)•Created new company sales messaging and led speaking presentations at retail brand shows-NY Retail Summit
  • Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc.
    Vp Of Global Sales And Marketing
    Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc. Mar 2015 - Apr 2017
    Campbell, California, Us
    Adaptive Sound Technologies, Inc: Leading sound machines and sleep products•Headed global sales, product marketing, and business development for sleep machine product line •Led and mentored a team of 6 direct reports growing retail, etail, and distribution business•Grew business 40%+ YOY with retailers including Target, BestBuy, Amazon, London Drugs, and Walmart •Increased global sales by 100% by establishing sales across the UK, Canada, Japan, Taiwan, and Germany•Launched successful crowdfunding campaign of wearable tech product, exceeding fundraising goal
  • Qualcomm
    Senior Partner Marketing Manager (Acquired In From Bigfoot Networks)
    Qualcomm Sep 2011 - Apr 2015
    San Diego, Ca, Us
    Qualcomm: Global leader in wireless technologies and processors •Managed partner marketing and channel sales for routers, extenders, powerline products, and Wi-Fi technology. • Led retail partnerships driving trainings and TV presentations for channel partners BuyTV, NeweggTV, TigerDirectTV, and Frys V-Cons• Secured new business with TP-Link and Walmart to launch new routers within 1K+ retail stores• Forged relationships with retail companies Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Staples, eBay• Managed channel sales with Qualcomm customers including NETGEAR, Belkin/Linksys, TP-Link, ActionTec, and D-Link
  • Bigfoot Networks
    Senior Director Of Sales (Acquired By Qualcomm In 2011)
    Bigfoot Networks Oct 2008 - Sep 2011
    Redwood City, California, Us
    Bigfoot Networks Inc: #1 online gaming hardware/software company acquired by Qualcomm • Supported retail and technology partners within the USA and UK overseeing gaming network card and wireless adapter sales• Boosted business development by heading channel marketing and key account management with partners• Led channel sales for distribution, retail, and e-tail partners in North America and Europe, contributing to 70% growth and resulting in company being acquired by Qualcomm• Achieved 200% growth YOY for Killer Wireless products by winning key business with laptop and computer companies
  • Purebuds Earphones,
    Founder
    Purebuds Earphones, "Pure Music, Pristine Sound"​ Dec 2007 - Jul 2011
    Purebuds Earphones: Profitable consumer electronics and e-com startup •Built consumer electronics-based business, resulting in 3 consumer websites and launch of new Purebuds Earphones product line•Won business with QVC and ShopNBC securing TV selling appearances and retail placement•Launched new e-commerce business with Amazon, NCIX, Buy, and Home Shopping Channel
  • Sandisk®
    Sr. Product Marketing Manager-Audio/Video Players
    Sandisk® May 2006 - Dec 2007
    Milpitas, Ca, Us
    SanDisk: #1 global leader in flash memory products •Grew sales and market share for Sansa audio launching new products, developing engaging messaging, packaging, and channel sales materials•Achieved second highest market share next to Apple coordinating the development and launch of Sansa audio/video players, surpassing sales of Sony, Samsung, and Microsoft combined •Led new multimillion-dollar business by heading MP3 player product marketing across retail/distribution
  • Creative Labs
    Sales, Product Marketing, And Business Development Management
    Creative Labs May 2000 - May 2006
    Singapore, Sg
    Creative Labs: #1 global leader in digital entertainment computer products•Secured new retail business for #1 best-selling digital entertainment products including MP3 players, keyboards, and speaker systems resulting in $12+ million a year channel business •Managed retail partners Brookstone, Trans World Entertainment, May Company, Nebraska FurnitureMart, Hastings Entertainment, Brooks May Music, and Borders to grow business 100%+ YOY •Led product development for music keyboard product resulting in a million dollar+ business •Built new alliances and sales partners with retail, education, and distribution achieving 70% growth YOY•Created business plan for computer keyboard product line resulting in 2x expansion of business•Headed retail business with QVC delivering new account that drove 10,000+ unit sales from TV •Led PR tours and marketing with QVC, CES, and NAMM resulting in award winning product•Executed product launches and led sales programs for MP3 players and WebCams supporting a $20M business•Launched and managedAffiliate Marketing Program resulting in $100k+ of incremental revenue•Managed complete content and design process for e-commerce storefront and direct newsletters
  • Creative Labs
    Product Marketing Manager
    Creative Labs 2000 - 2004
    Singapore, Sg
    •Led product development for world's first music & PC keyboard combo product resulting in a million dollar+ business •Built new alliances and sales partners with retail, education, and distribution achieving 70% growth YOY•Created business plan for computer keyboard product line resulting in 2x expansion of business•Headed retail business with QVC delivering new account that drove 10,000+ unit sales from TV •Led PR tours and marketing with QVC, CES, and NAMM resulting in award winning product•Executed product launches and led sales programs for MP3 players and WebCams supporting a $20M business•Launched and managedAffiliate Marketing Program resulting in $100k+ of incremental revenue•Managed complete content and design process for e-commerce storefront and direct newsletters

Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author Skills

Product Marketing Start Ups Business Development Management Strategic Partnerships Mobile Devices Marketing Marketing Management New Business Development Sales Product Management Strategy Leadership Cross Functional Team Leadership Product Development Multi Channel Marketing Competitive Analysis Program Management Public Speaking Advertising Product Launch Account Management Consumer Electronics Sales Process Channel Partners Go To Market Strategy Business Strategy Team Leadership Pricing Trade Shows Wireless Marketing Communications Customer Relationship Management Saas Negotiation Selling International Sales Demand Generation Entrepreneurship Direct Sales Broadcast Television Music Industry Mobile Technology Forecasting Sales Force Development Retail Sales Corporate Communications Brand Marketing Storytelling Dynamic Speaker Sales Management Crm Music Songwriting Singer Songwriter

Keith Washo, Mba, M.A., Author Education Details

  • Saint Mary'S College Of California
    Saint Mary'S College Of California
    General
  • University Of Miami
    University Of Miami
    Music Business & Entertainment Industries
  • State University Of New York At Oswego
    State University Of New York At Oswego
    Music & Broadcasting
  • Liberty University
    Liberty University
    Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
    University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
    General
  • Duke University - The Fuqua School Of Business
    Duke University - The Fuqua School Of Business
    Communication For Leaders
  • Nc State University Graduate School
    Nc State University Graduate School
    Influencing Without Authority
  • Stanford University
    Stanford University
    Marketing
  • Santa Clara University
    Santa Clara University
    Business Management
  • San José State University
    San José State University
    E-Commerce Management

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