David Blanchard
About David Blanchard
David Blanchard is the Enterprise Sales Executive, Vice President at Alight Solutions, with a strong background in sales leadership and business development across various companies.
Title and Role at Alight Solutions
David Blanchard currently holds the position of Enterprise Sales Executive, Vice President at Alight Solutions, located in the Charlotte Metro area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and driving enterprise sales initiatives. He focuses on providing value-added solutions that meet the diverse needs and challenges of his clients. His responsibilities include leading and mentoring a team of sales executives and managers, and building extensive relationships at senior and director levels across various industries.
Previous Experience at Empyrean Benefit Solutions
David Blanchard served as Director, Business Development, Large Enterprise at Empyrean Benefit Solutions, Inc. from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he managed business development activities and established strong connections with senior-level stakeholders. He was instrumental in achieving over-plan and over-budget results, demonstrating his effectiveness in consultative selling and solution provision.
Previous Experience at Businessolver
Before joining Empyrean Benefit Solutions, David worked at Businessolver as a Senior Consultant, Large Enterprise from 2018 to 2019. His role primarily involved consulting services for large enterprises, wherein he delivered insights and strategies to improve their employee benefits programs. His tenure, though brief, was marked by significant contributions and relationship-building initiatives.
Long-Term Tenure at ADP
David Blanchard has a comprehensive background at ADP, where he initially held various sales and sales leadership roles, including Vice President of Sales, from 2004 to 2015. Subsequently, from 2015 to 2018, he worked within the Global Enterprise Solutions division. During his 14-year tenure at ADP, David garnered extensive experience in sales, consistently surpassing targets and budget expectations. He honed his skills in consultative selling and building long-term client relationships.
Education and Professional Certifications
David Blanchard earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from North Carolina State University, where he studied from 1994 to 1999. Additionally, he holds a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification from the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). His educational background and professional certifications underline his expertise in economics, human resources, and employee benefits.