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Jake Sussman

Austin,TX

Summary

Senior enterprise software professional with skills in client success, strategic account management, team leadership, project management and technical support. Growth mindset thinker and entrepreneur; experienced in supply chain management and third-party logistics.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Global Client Success Manager

Ontic
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Participated in strategic planning meetings to align department objectives with broader company goals related to client success management efforts.
  • Conducted regular reviews of account performance, identifying opportunities for upselling and expansion of services.
  • Managed existing client renewals, keeping accounts, information and documents in conformance with compliance standards.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and internal teams for smoother project execution.

VP Client Experience

KaiNexus
05.2016 - 02.2021
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Cultivated a high-performance culture within the organization by setting clear expectations for employees at all levels, providing regular feedback, and recognizing achievement.
  • Championed change management initiatives within the organization to ensure smooth transitions during periods of growth or restructuring.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and launch a new product features, contributing to significant growth in renewals and new business revenue.

Co-Founder

Madrone Coffee Co
02.2019 - 02.2024
  • Developed and grew e-commerce program and operations including process management and end-to-end fulfillment.
  • Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic decision making.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
  • Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.


Strategic Account Manager

Khoros
05.2010 - 08.2014
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all account-related matters, building trust with key decisionmakers.
  • Managed a portfolio of key accounts, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to address client needs promptly and efficiently.
  • Developed customized strategies for each account, resulting in stronger partnerships and improved outcomes.

Education

BSBA - International Studies, Business Minor

University of Denver
Denver
09.2004

Skills

  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Customer Relations
  • Relationship and Team Building
  • Client Engagement
  • Project Oversight
  • Process Improvement

Timeline

Sr. Global Client Success Manager

Ontic
01.2023 - 02.2024

Co-Founder

Madrone Coffee Co
02.2019 - 02.2024

VP Client Experience

KaiNexus
05.2016 - 02.2021

Strategic Account Manager

Khoros
05.2010 - 08.2014

BSBA - International Studies, Business Minor

University of Denver
Jake Sussman