Strategic Territory Manager
CurrentIn my dynamic leadership role at Xello, I focus on driving growth and success across high-priority states, with a strong emphasis on client retention and business expansion. My multifaceted responsibilities include:Collaboration with Sales, Success, Training, and Onboarding Teams: I work closely with these teams to develop comprehensive territory strategies, strengthening our market position and identifying new opportunities. This includes overseeing assigned states such as Arkansas, New Mexico, Missouri, South Dakota, Kansas, and Wisconsin to ensure alignment with our strategic goals.Contribution to RFPs with the Proposals Team: I actively contribute to Request for Proposals (RFPs), collaborating closely with the Proposals Team. This involvement is crucial in demonstrating our competencies and securing new business.Marketing and Territory Strategy Execution: In partnership with the Marketing team, I execute territory strategies that encompass webinars, blog posts, client spotlights, and video testimonials. This collaborative effort is key in enhancing our market presence and engagement.Partnership with State Partners and Education Sectors: My role involves working intimately with state partners, departments of education, education service centers, and nonprofits. I ensure we meet contractual obligations and work towards the continual renewal of these partnerships.Key Achievements:Developed robust relationships with state and district administrators, establishing Xello as a strategic partner.Launched and managed territory-specific marketing campaigns in collaboration.Enhanced client retention through strategic engagement, product utilization, and upselling.Selected Contributions:- Working closely with my Sales team, we closed $700K in new business across four states.- Grew sales pipeline to $3.7M marking a 20% increase and a 40% increase in pipeline conversion. - Retained $5.9M in existing business, contributing to a 111% growth rate to plan.