Nerissa Penfold

Nerissa Penfold is a seasoned sales leader with extensive experience in digital transformation and enterprise partnerships, currently serving as the Head of Sales for Google Cloud, where responsibilities include driving sales across various sectors such as healthcare, mining, and energy. With a strong track record at Google since December 2011, Nerissa has held multiple roles, including Head of Corporate Sales and Partner Development Lead, focusing on ad tech product adoption and strategic growth initiatives. Prior to Google, Nerissa held positions at BlueArc Group, Optus/Alphawest, and Hyro, gaining expertise in account management, business development, and online marketing strategies. Educational qualifications include a Company Directors Course from the Australian Institute of Company Directors and degrees in Journalism, Psychology, and Arts from recognized institutions.