Meet one of our expert podcast guests.
Sam Meldrum
Salesforce, Global Client Director
Sam Meldrum is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background in industry, software sales, and business leadership. He has demonstrated excellence in various roles, displaying a unique blend of skills, experience, and an unwavering commitment to achieving results. Sam spent over 10 years in the CPG sector, providing him an in-depth understanding of supply chain strategy, sales, and sales operations. His experience equips him with a unique perspective on the industry's challenges and decision-making processes, including complex budgeting and return on investment analysis for new projects. Sam ventured into entrepreneurship by founding his own AI company specializing in computer vision and deep learning for business use-cases and applications. This experience allowed him to gain insights into selling SaaS solutions, conducting cost-benefit analyses, and managing a business. Sam's extensive experience at both Microsoft and Salesforce, two of the world's leading software corporations, positions him as a seasoned sales professional. He excelled as a Strategic Account Executive at Microsoft, fostering executive-level relationships and driving digital transformation initiatives. At Salesforce, Sam serves as the Global Client Director in the Summit business, a role designated for the company's most strategic clients. He leads a cross-functional team, achieving above target results, and significantly increasing the value of the partnership. He has spearheaded negotiations for transformative deals and managed business planning, strategy, and implementation. One of Sam's key strengths is his ability to cultivate multi-tiered relationships with clients. His industry background provides immediate credibility with executive teams, allowing him to build strong relationships with CEOs and leadership teams. He has a proven track record of aligning client strategies with technology solutions and ensuring client advocacy. Sam holds a Master of Business Administration from Duke University, The Fuqua School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Delaware. These educational achievements underscore his strong academic foundation and commitment to continuous learning. Sam’s passion for solving business problems, cross-functional collaboration, and business innovation make him a valuable asset to any organization. His ability to drive results, build strong relationships, and execute business strategies distinguishes him as a seasoned professional ready to contribute to the growth and expansion of your business.
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