Megan Sykes is a seasoned Contracts and Operations professional currently serving as the Lead Global Process Owner for Deal Desk at GitLab. With a strong background in fast-paced SaaS environments, they have driven strategy and optimized processes to enhance efficiency across global teams. Previously, Megan held various roles including Contracts Analyst at Experis Canada and Contracts Manager at Elastic, where they built a reputation as a subject matter expert on complex commercial and operational challenges. Megan is recognized for their strategic thinking and ability to foster collaboration among cross-functional stakeholders. They are also passionate about leveraging emerging technologies, like AI, to improve operational workflows and productivity.