Sam Shepard

Sam Shepard is a seasoned professional in sales strategy and operations, currently serving as Senior Manager of GTM Sales Strategy & Ops at LinkedIn since February 2020, where responsibilities include leading go-to-market strategy initiatives and managing product launches. Prior to LinkedIn, Sam was an Engagement Manager at Deloitte from October 2014 to January 2020, specializing in the Retail & Consumer Products sectors and consistently ranking as a top performer. Early career experiences include roles at Hart Davis Hart Wine Co., Vino Volo, Bottlenotes, and Deloitte Consulting, preceded by a background in sales at Julian's and editorial work at The Daily Tar Heel. Sam holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BS in Business Administration from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, along with international business studies at Copenhagen Business School and The Chinese University of Hong Kong.