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Selwyn Van Den Heever

Boston

Summary

Dynamic professional with a unique blend of business development acumen and hands-on technical expertise. Proven top performer in business development, consistently exceeding quotas with over 50 monthly meetings and recognized as the leading contributor in booked meetings, held meetings, and BDR-sourced revenue. With more than a decade of experience in woodworking instruction and school leadership, mastery of tool use, safety protocols, and practical problem-solving is evident. Renowned for adaptability, clear communication, and effective team coordination, showcasing the ability to transition seamlessly between technical work, education, and business development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Representative

WebPT
07.2023 - Current
  • Promoted to BDR II; ranked #1 for booked, held, and sourced revenue last quarter (Q1 2025)
  • Q1 '25 attainment - (116%)
  • FY24 attainment: (116%)
  • Q3 '24 attainment (155%)
  • Q4 '24 attainment (123%)
  • Built persona-based cadences in Salesloft and prioritized outreach with Salesforce.

Head of Department

Gauteng Department of Education
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Led cross-functional initiatives and built communication systems across staff, admins, and families - developing stakeholder management and alignment skills.
  • Launched a safety plan that cut school-wide incidents, showcasing process improvement and strategic execution.
  • Drove school-wide programs and extracurriculars, mirroring campaign planning and cross-team coordination in sales.

Special Education Teacher

Roodepark School
01.2013 - 10.2018
  • Delivered hands-on instruction in woodworking, teaching safe and precise use of power tools, electrical equipment, and hand tools.
  • Trained and guided learners on proper safety protocols and equipment handling, ensuring zero incidents during projects.
  • Applied strong problem-solving skills to adapt methods and troubleshoot issues in real time, keeping projects on schedule.
  • Led group projects from planning to completion, managing timelines and ensuring high-quality results.
  • Built teamwork and communication skills by collaborating with students, parents, and staff on project goals.
  • Emphasized craftsmanship, attention to detail, and efficiency, consistently delivering completed work on or ahead of deadlines.

Education

Honors Degree - Technical Education

NorthWest University
12.2018

Bachelors - Education Technology

Northwest University
12.2012

Skills

  • Problem Solving – practical troubleshooting and adapting methods to complete tasks efficiently
  • Tool Proficiency – safe and precise use of power tools, electrical equipment, and hand tools
  • Time Management – meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects effectively
  • Communication – clear, hands-on instruction and active listening across diverse groups
  • Teamwork – collaborating with peers, students, and teams to achieve project goals
  • Fast Learner – quickly mastering new tools, systems, and technical processes
  • Customer Service – delivering support with professionalism and problem resolution
  • Business Development – prospecting, relationship building, and B2B client engagement

Websites

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Business Development Representative

WebPT
07.2023 - Current

Head of Department

Gauteng Department of Education
10.2018 - 12.2022

Special Education Teacher

Roodepark School
01.2013 - 10.2018

Bachelors - Education Technology

Northwest University

Honors Degree - Technical Education

NorthWest University

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