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Tracy Schaefer

Rockport,TX

Summary

Seasoned Senior Sales Representative with 15+ years of experience in the enterprise technology sector, consistently exceeding sales targets by an average of 107% or more. Proven expertise in closing complex deals, building strong client relationships, and leveraging deep product knowledge to drive revenue growth in the Cybersecurity and Information Technology Management domains. Seeking to apply comprehensive sales expertise to drive significant growth and market expansion.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Federal Renewals IT Specialist

Solarwinds
02.2016 - 08.2023

Company Overview: SolarWinds Corporation is an American company that develops software for businesses to help manage their networks, systems, and information technology.

  • Cultivated strong, lasting relationships with key clients, increasing client retention by 15% and securing repeat business worth over $2M in annual revenue.
  • Mentored new onboarding reps on role, best practices and career development to enhance team productivity and sales effectiveness.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and potential value-add to the company's IT ecosystem.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to provide tailored technology solutions that addressed their specific needs or challenges.


Sr. Federal Account Executive

Solarwinds
11.2008 - 02.2016

Company Overview: SolarWinds Corporation is an American company that develops software for businesses to help manage their networks, systems, and information technology.

  • Spearheaded the development and execution of strategic sales campaigns for cloud security solutions, resulting in a 20% increase in market share within a highly competitive territory.
  • Led product demonstrations and technical presentations for enterprise clients, translating complex technical information into clear business value and driving 30% higher client conversion rates.
  • Collaborated with engineering and marketing teams to tailor cybersecurity solutions to meet specific client needs, leading to 98% customer satisfaction rates.
  • Implemented a new sales forecasting system that improved forecast accuracy by 28%, enabling more proactive resource allocation and strategic planning.

Sales Representative

Uplogix
04.2006 - 10.2008

Company Overview: Uplogix provides one to the world's largest financial organizations with encrypted management access to data center devices and role-based permissioning.

  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Achieved consistently high customer satisfaction ratings by tailoring solutions to individual needs.

Education

Criminal Law

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Technical Skills: Cybersecurity Solutions, Cloud Computing, Network Security, SaaS Sales, Product Demonstrations, Technical Presentations
  • Soft Skills: Relationship Building, Communication, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Adaptability, Strategic Thinking, Consultative Selling

Certification

• Solarwinds Sales ITSM Observability Expert Certification - 2023

• Solarwinds Sales Data Management Sales Accreditation - 2023

• Solarwinds Sales Expert Foundational Program V4 - 2023

Timeline

Federal Renewals IT Specialist

Solarwinds
02.2016 - 08.2023

Sr. Federal Account Executive

Solarwinds
11.2008 - 02.2016

Sales Representative

Uplogix
04.2006 - 10.2008

Criminal Law

The Ohio State University

Awards

  • Top Revenue Generator, 2018-01-01
  • Team Player Award, 2009-07-01
  • Certificate of Achievements over 100% (2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016)


Tracy Schaefer