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Daphne Ben-Gurion

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Summary

Results-oriented professional with expertise in key account management and client satisfaction. Proven track record in creating customized strategic account plans and promoting collaboration across teams to improve service delivery. Utilizes data-driven insights to uncover growth opportunities and enhance client loyalty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Key Account Director

Yotpo
New York
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Oversaw book of business ~$9M in CTV, roughly 86 clients
  • Achieved 110% gross retention in Q1 and forecasted 107% for Q2.
  • Managed key client relationships, increasing satisfaction and loyalty through personalized engagement.
  • Developed strategic account plans aligned with clients' unique needs and objectives, driving long-term growth.
  • Conducted regular account reviews to evaluate performance and identify growth opportunities.
  • Facilitated training sessions for clients on effective utilization of Yotpo's platforms.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver customized marketing solutions.
  • Negotiated contract terms to ensure compliance and mutual benefits.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer feedback, recommending product adjustments that improved client retention.
  • Monitored competitive activities within accounts and communicated insights to management.

Sales Manager

Yotpo
New York
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Developed targeted sales strategies that increased customer engagement and retention.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer data to identify growth opportunities.
  • Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and foster repeat business.
  • Conducted product demonstrations, effectively showcasing features and benefits.
  • Trained and mentored new sales team members on product knowledge.
  • Coordinated cross-functional meetings to improve communication and workflow efficiency.
  • Prepared and presented monthly sales performance reports to management.
  • Established and nurtured relationships with key clients to strengthen loyalty and ensure ongoing business.

Senior Account Manger

Yotpo
New York
10.2021 - 08.2023
  • Managed key account relationships, ensuring client loyalty and retention.
  • Developed strategic account plans to align with customer needs.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely project delivery and client support.
  • Analyzed market trends to uncover new business opportunities.
  • Oversaw contract negotiations to achieve beneficial terms and strengthen client partnerships.
  • Provided ongoing support to address client inquiries and resolve issues.
  • Conducted regular meetings with clients to review performance metrics and future goals.
  • Identified cross-selling opportunities to expand product offerings and increase client value.

Account Manager

Yotpo
New York
08.2019 - 10.2021
  • Founding Account Manager for proof of concept
  • Identified and implemented cross-sell and upsell strategies, driving revenue growth
  • Grew and trained account management team from 1 to 8 members, enhancing team capacity
  • Collaborated with CS team to develop 'planting the seeds' training program, supporting cross-sell initiatives
  • Achieved recognition as top Account Manager in 2019, 2020, and 2021

Mid Market Client Success Manager

Yotpo
New York
02.2018 - 08.2019
  • Led client onboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions and high satisfaction levels.
  • Cultivated strong client relationships to effectively identify needs and goals.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver timely solutions for client issues.
  • Provided training sessions on product features and best practices for clients.
  • Evaluated client feedback to identify specific areas for service improvement and innovation.
  • Managed escalations effectively, ensuring prompt resolution of client concerns.
  • Partnered with sales teams to identify and pursue upsell opportunities aligned with client needs.

Customer lifecycle

Yotpo
New York
11.2016 - 02.2018
  • Managed client renewals, upsells, and cancellations to enhance customer retention.
  • Acknowledged as top team member for contributions to client satisfaction in 2017 and 2018.
  • Developed adunning management system and oversaw collections with a 96% avg recoup rate

Senior Account Executive

Yelp
New York
08.2014 - 09.2016

- Generated high-volume cold-call sales from SMBs in assigned territory, managing complete sales cycle from initial contact to close using Salesforce CRM platform

- Completed over 100 transactions with SMBs across 1-9 locations

Produced over 400k in gross revenue in 2 year

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Business Management

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05-2014

Skills

  • Account management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Customer retention
  • Strategic planning
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Relationship management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

MEDDPICC

Timeline

Key Account Director

Yotpo
01.2025 - 08.2025

Sales Manager

Yotpo
12.2022 - 12.2024

Senior Account Manger

Yotpo
10.2021 - 08.2023

Account Manager

Yotpo
08.2019 - 10.2021

Mid Market Client Success Manager

Yotpo
02.2018 - 08.2019

Customer lifecycle

Yotpo
11.2016 - 02.2018

Senior Account Executive

Yelp
08.2014 - 09.2016

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Business Management

Pennsylvania State University
Daphne Ben-Gurion