Kela Manaut
About Kela Manaut
Kela Manaut serves as the SMB Sales Manager for North America at Afterpay, a position he has held since 2021. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, and has extensive experience in sales roles across multiple companies.
Work at Afterpay
Kela Manaut currently serves as the SMB Sales Manager for North America at Afterpay, a position held since 2021. In this role, Manaut is responsible for managing sales strategies and initiatives aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. Prior to this position, Manaut worked at Afterpay Touch as an Account Executive from 2019 to 2021, where responsibilities included client management and sales growth. Additionally, Manaut started at Afterpay Touch as a Sales Development Representative from 2018 to 2021, focusing on lead generation and customer outreach.
Education and Expertise
Kela Manaut earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of California, San Diego, completing the program from 2015 to 2018. Prior to this, Manaut obtained an Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Diablo Valley College, studying from 2013 to 2015. This educational background provides a foundation in economic principles and business management, contributing to expertise in sales and client relations.
Background
Kela Manaut has a diverse professional background in sales and account management. Before joining Afterpay, Manaut worked at OneMain Financial as a Sales Management Intern in 2016 for nine months, gaining experience in sales strategies and customer engagement. Additionally, Manaut briefly held a position as an Account Executive at Signifyd in 2021, further enhancing skills in client relations and sales processes.
Career Progression
Kela Manaut's career progression reflects a steady advancement in sales roles. Starting as a Sales Development Representative at Afterpay Touch, Manaut quickly moved up to an Account Executive position, demonstrating capability in driving sales and managing client accounts. This trajectory continued with the transition to SMB Sales Manager at Afterpay, showcasing a commitment to professional growth and expertise in the sales domain.