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Damian Shanoian

Damian Shanoian

Director of Strategic Accounts
Walnut Creek,CA

Summary

Director of Strategic Accounts | Mid to Large Enterprise Sales Accomplished Senior Sales Director with a proven track record of exceeding sales quotas (140% average), driving $14M+ in revenue growth. Expertise in closing multi-milliondollar deals with Fortune 100 and 500 companies across various industries. Adept at building and maintaining C-level relationships, delivering compelling presentations, and driving business outcomes. Deep understanding of complex technology solutions with a passion for sales transformation.

Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering exceptional record of achievement over [Number]-year career. Tenacious manager with strategic and analytical approach to solving problems, bringing in customers and accomplishing profit targets. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends and revenue opportunities.

Results-driven sales performer with solid history of success in bringing in new customers, managing revenue streams and maintaining solid account relationships. Continuously monitor competitors and research market conditions to stay responsive and successful in dynamic environments. Persuasive negotiation and program management abilities.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Director of Sales, Consultant

Bryj Inc.
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Transformed sales organization in a fast-paced 90-day contract
  • Implemented MEDDIC sales methodology, increasing win rates and driving pipeline growth
  • Developed a targeted sales strategy, generating a $600K pipeline
  • Launched new company branding, including logo redesign
  • Established efficient sales operations, CRM management, and lead qualification processes
  • Accelerated sales by leveraging AI-driven platform, delivering app solutions 5x faster than traditional methods

Strategic Account Representative, West Tech Team

Tanium Inc.
09.2021 - 02.2024
  • Managed key accounts (Western Digital, John Muir Health), exceeding revenue targets
  • Drove strategic partnerships, expanding into Ross Stores, Broadcom, VMware
  • Led account-based marketing initiatives, securing C-Suite meetings through targeted outreach
  • Fostered trust and collaboration with key decision-makers, ensuring long-term business success

Named Account Manager (NAM), Commercial Division

BlackBerry/Cylance Inc.
04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Managed top enterprise accounts, including American Express & Kaiser Permanente (495,000 Endpoints)
  • Led a team of 6+ professionals, collaborating with technical account managers, CSMs, and executive leadership
  • Expanded business with healthcare & finance clients, exceeding annual sales goals by 150% (2019) and 200% (2020)
  • Managed enterprise accounts such as John Muir Health, Sutter Health, NVIDIA, EJ Gallo, Tesla, eBay, Apple

Senior Sales Director, West Coast & Central Region

Synactive, Inc. | Liquid UI (SAP Partner)
02.2008 - 08.2019
  • Exceeded quarterly quotas by up to 142%, generating $1M in new ARR (2017)
  • Developed and executed strategic sales presentations, driving SAP enterprise sales
  • Partnered with IBM, Accenture, Deloitte, T-Systems, and SAP for consultative sales growth

Director of Business Development

The Trada Group
11.2005 - 01.2008
  • Managed 18 real estate communities across 7 states, totaling $100M+ annual revenue
  • Achieved 250% of sales goals for two consecutive years
  • Sold 400+ investment properties, generating $180M+ in revenue

National Account Manager

Cisco Systems
02.2003 - 10.2005
  • Closed $2.5M+ in revenue (121% of quota) within a highly competitive territory
  • Designed VoIP, Wi-Fi, router, and firewall solutions for enterprise clients

Account Manager - Major Accounts (F1000)

Oracle
03.1999 - 01.2003
  • Managed key telecom enterprise accounts (Nokia, Ericsson)
  • Exceeded annual sales goals by 150%

Regional Account Manager

Tangent Computer
01.1997 - 01.1999
  • Led efforts that grew company revenue by $150M (400%) within four years
  • Increased sales 300% in the first year, exceeding quotas by 240%

Education

B.A. - Communication Design, Media Arts

Chico State University
Chico, CA

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Professional Experience Maritime Academy
Vallejo, CA

Skills

Enterprise Sales & Business Development

Accomplishments

  • Top-performing Senior Sales Director - Ranked #1 in multiple years
  • Spearheaded enterprise sales growth, securing $12M+ in ARR revenue with strategic accounts including American Express ($2.4M), Samsung ($450K), Intuit ($622K), NVIDIA ($336K), Western Digital ($649K), John Muir Health ($342K), Graybar ($1.2M), Home Depot ($1.8M), Kraft Foods ($700K), Siemens ($929K), Tyson Foods ($2.1M).
  • Expanded market penetration by identifying new business opportunities, driving account-based marketing initiatives, and securing C-Suite meetings.
  • Consistently exceeded sales goals, delivering millions in revenue through strategic selling, relationship management, and marketing execution.
  • Expert in enterprise, government, education, business-to-consumer, and VAR markets with a reputation for overcoming obstacles and capturing high-value deals.

Sales Training

  • Hiring I & II Courses, Lawroom, 2013, 2016
  • Performance Reviews Training, Lawroom, 2013, 2016
  • SPIN Sales Training, Oracle, 2001
  • Advanced Sales Training, Cisco Systems, 2003

Certification

The Challenger Sale Training Course Certificate – Corporate Executive Board (CEB).

Timeline

Director of Sales, Consultant

Bryj Inc.
04.2024 - 08.2024

Strategic Account Representative, West Tech Team

Tanium Inc.
09.2021 - 02.2024

Named Account Manager (NAM), Commercial Division

BlackBerry/Cylance Inc.
04.2019 - 09.2021

Senior Sales Director, West Coast & Central Region

Synactive, Inc. | Liquid UI (SAP Partner)
02.2008 - 08.2019

Director of Business Development

The Trada Group
11.2005 - 01.2008

National Account Manager

Cisco Systems
02.2003 - 10.2005

Account Manager - Major Accounts (F1000)

Oracle
03.1999 - 01.2003

Regional Account Manager

Tangent Computer
01.1997 - 01.1999

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Professional Experience Maritime Academy

B.A. - Communication Design, Media Arts

Chico State University
Damian ShanoianDirector of Strategic Accounts