Rory O'Driscoll

Rory O'Driscoll has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Rory began their career as a Guest Services Agent at Hotel Stratford in 2012, where they greeted and registered guests and conducted bookkeeping activities. In 2013, they attended the Deloitte Future Leaders Conference as a student participant, gaining valuable leadership and professional skills.

In 2014, Rory worked as an Intern at United Capital Financial Advisers, LLC, where they collaborated with a team on projects for Relationship Managers, Financial Advisers, and CFAs. Rory attended client meetings and product presentations, further developing their understanding of the financial industry. Rory also interned as a Business Development Intern at Beebell.com, where they worked closely with the CEO to develop and design the app content and establish key partnerships for app development.

From 2014 to 2016, Rory joined Yelp as an Account Executive. Rory successfully managed a short sales cycle and maintained a strong pipeline through effective lead development and management utilizing Salesforce. Rory made a high volume of outbound calls and consistently achieved sales targets.

Following this, Rory advanced to the role of Sales Manager at Yelp in 2016. Rory oversaw a team of 11-15 Account Executives with different tenures and skill levels, demonstrating strong leadership and coaching abilities. Rory consistently exceeded sales quotas, with a booked revenue of $1.8 million, and promoted five Account Executives to higher positions within the company. Rory also conducted trainings for teams on pipeline management and closing higher packages.

In 2018, Rory joined BuildZoom as a Project Consultant, responsible for managing and consulting on various projects. Rory then transitioned to the role of Sales Manager in 2020, where they continued to excel in sales performance. Most recently, in 2022, Rory became the Franchise Sales Manager at BuildZoom, where they are currently responsible for franchise sales.

Overall, Rory O'Driscoll has demonstrated a strong track record in sales, management, and business development throughout their career. Their experience in various industries and roles showcases their adaptability and ability to succeed in different environments.

Rory O'Driscoll completed their high school education and obtained a High School Diploma from Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory from 2007 to 2011. Rory then pursued higher education at Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business from 2011 to 2015, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Management degree with a major in Finance and a minor in Legal Studies in Business. In 2013, Rory had the opportunity to study abroad for a semester at The University of Sydney. In terms of additional certifications, they obtained a Responsible Vendors License from the State of Louisiana in February 2014 and a Microsoft Office Specialist certification from Certiport in May 2012.