Sterling Russell

Sterling Russell has a diverse work experience spanning over multiple companies and industries. Sterling has held senior sales and business development roles throughout their career, demonstrating their expertise in driving revenue and executing strategies.

Most recently, Sterling served as the Vice President of Sales and Business Development at PeopleKeep, starting in May 2023. Prior to that, they worked at Adzapier as the Senior Vice President of Sales from November 2022.

From 2020 to 2023, Sterling worked at OneTrust as the Sr. Business Development Manager, where they managed and motivated a team of 25 Business Development Representatives. Sterling consistently exceeded quota, grew the business by 20% each quarter, and generated over $25 million in pipeline. Sterling also played a key role in onboarding new hires and implementing Sales Engagement software.

Before joining OneTrust, Sterling was employed at Microsoft from 2014 to 2020. Sterling served as the Senior Sales Advisor - Cloud and Enterprise (Inside Sales Leader), managing a team of SDRs, BDRs, and Inside Sales representatives. Sterling was responsible for driving revenue and executing strategies for Azure, Sequel Server, Enterprise Mobility Suite, Power BI, and Advanced Analytics IOT. Prior to that, they held the position of Senior Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft.

Sterling's earlier work experience includes roles at AirWatch as the SMB - National Inside Sales Lead from 2011 to 2014, Kore Telematics as a Business Development Manager from 2010 to 2011, and Cbeyond as a Sales Manager, Team Lead, and Sales Representative from 2007 to 2010.

Additionally, Sterling co-founded ClearSpark Design in 2005, where they served as the Market Director, contributing to business idea generation and headhunting initiatives.

Overall, Sterling Russell has a proven track record of success in sales and business development, consistently exceeding targets, and driving growth.

Sterling Russell attended the University of West Georgia from 2002 to 2006, where they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Sociology.