Wati Edmonds

Wati Edmonds is a seasoned professional in the technology and sales sectors, currently serving as a Senior Partner Recruitment Manager at Shopify since July 2024. Prior to this role, Wati held various positions at Lightspeed Commerce from December 2021 to July 2024, including Partnerships Development Manager and Account Executive, where a strong emphasis was placed on fostering partnerships and enhancing SaaS sales strategies. Wati also co-founded Side Development, serving as the National Sales Manager from June 2021 to August 2023, overseeing projects related to middleware software and IT consulting. Additionally, Wati founded and directed Tour Bro., a luxury tour provider in New Zealand, from May 2018 to April 2020. Educational credentials include a Higher National Diploma from Avondale College Auckland, obtained between 2007 and 2011.