Carla Knighton
About Carla Knighton
Carla Knighton is a Commercial Sales Manager with extensive experience in client solutions and strategy development. She currently serves as the Founder and Head Coach at Carla Moves and has held various roles in the defense and technology sectors, including positions at Adarga and BAE Systems.
Current Role as Commercial Sales Manager
Carla Knighton currently serves as the Commercial Sales Manager at Adarga, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on growth strategy and change management, leveraging her extensive experience in delivering tailored client solutions. Her responsibilities include developing sales strategies that align with the company's objectives and enhancing customer engagement in a digital landscape.
Experience at Adarga
Carla Knighton previously worked at Adarga as an Account Manager from 2021 to 2022. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing client relationships and ensuring that their needs were met effectively. This role allowed her to gain valuable insights into the company's operations and client expectations, which she now applies in her current position.
Professional Background in Aerospace and Defense
Carla Knighton has significant experience in the aerospace and defense sector. She worked as an Account Manager and Senior Account Manager at Aerospace, Defense and Security from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she served as a Business Consultant at BAE Systems Applied Intelligence from 2020 to 2021, and as a Sales and Marketing Manager from 2018 to 2020. Her roles in these organizations involved developing client strategies and enhancing service delivery.
Leadership Experience at Young Professionals in Defence
From 2018 to 2021, Carla Knighton held the position of Committee Chair at Young Professionals in Defence. In this capacity, she contributed to the organization’s mission of supporting young professionals in the defense sector. Her leadership helped shape initiatives aimed at fostering professional development and networking opportunities within the industry.
Educational Background in History
Carla Knighton earned her Bachelor’s Degree in History (Hons) from the University of the West of England, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. This academic foundation has provided her with critical thinking skills and a broad understanding of historical contexts, which she applies in her professional endeavors.