Michael Barker

Michael Barker has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Michael is currently working at Outreach as a Sales Development Manager - Commercial Growth, leading a team focused on cross-selling and upselling within existing customers. Prior to this role, they also served as a Sales Development Manager - SMB Growth, where they built out the playbook for a new role within the company.

Before joining Outreach, Michael co-founded Community Gearbox, a business aimed at disrupting excessive consumerism through a niche social platform. Michael held the position of Co-Founder and was involved in various aspects of the business.

In their earlier career, Michael worked at PitchBook Data as a Manager in West Coast Sales Development. Michael held multiple roles within the company, including Business Development Associate and Sales Development Representative.

Michael also has experience in the fitness industry, having worked as a Manager and Head Coach at both Island Rock Gym LLC and Island Rock Gym. These roles involved managing staff, providing training, overseeing customer service, and handling operational responsibilities.

Additionally, Michael has held positions as an Associate Consultant at The Spur Group, a Marketing & Sales Manager at Trovolo Limited, a Research Assistant at the University of Otago Department of Management, and a Marketing and Communications Intern at Upstart Business Incubator.

In their early career, Michael worked as a Climbing Instructor at Whitman College, where they supervised students, provided instruction, and maintained equipment. Michael also served as a Resident Assistant, organizing events and interviewing potential candidates.

Michael Barker's education history includes the following:

In 2013, they attended the Stanford University Graduate School of Business for the Summer Institute for General Management (SIGM) program, where they focused on Business Administration and Management, General.

From 2008 to 2012, they pursued their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology cum laude at Whitman College.

In addition to their academic achievements, Michael Barker has obtained several certifications. In May 2021, they completed the "Understanding Capital Markets" certification from LinkedIn. Michael also completed the "Outlook: Efficient Email Management" certification from LinkedIn in June 2020.

It is worth noting that Michael Barker also holds a Wilderness First Responder certification from the National Outdoor Leadership School, but the specific month and year of completion are not provided.