Karen Robshaw Peterson
About Karen Robshaw Peterson
Karen Robshaw Peterson is the VP Sales Executive for Strategic Accounts at Alight Solutions, with over 20 years of experience in sales and account management across various technology companies.
Professional Experience at Alight Solutions
Karen Robshaw Peterson is currently serving as the VP Sales Executive for Strategic Accounts at Alight Solutions. She operates remotely from Austin, Texas, where she oversees strategic sales initiatives for high-profile clients. Her role involves developing and implementing sales strategies to drive business growth and improve client relationships. Karen's extensive background in account management and sales across various industries positions her to excel in this crucial role.
Previous Roles at Cisco
Karen Robshaw Peterson held several key positions at Cisco, where she worked from 2018 to 2024. She started as a Security Sales Specialist in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, focusing on promoting Cisco’s security solutions. Subsequently, she became a Cyber Security Account Executive for Cisco Secure, a role she held remotely from 2023 to 2024. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing cybersecurity sales and developing cybersecurity strategies for clients.
Career at Oracle
From 2012 to 2018, Karen Robshaw Peterson worked at Oracle as an Account Executive within the Utilities Global Business Unit. Based in Austin, Texas, she managed client accounts and sales strategies, focusing on Oracle’s utilities sector products and services. Her role entailed fostering client relationships, driving sales growth, and managing account portfolios.
Sales Positions at IBM
Karen Robshaw Peterson worked at IBM for a total of seven years, from 2005 to 2012. She served in multiple capacities, including as a Sales Executive and Account Rep. During her tenure, she gained valuable experience in sales and account management, focusing on advancing IBM’s business objectives and achieving sales targets.
Educational Background
Karen Robshaw Peterson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin. Her educational background in economics has provided her with a strong foundation in analytical thinking and strategic decision-making, which supports her extensive career in sales and account management across various technology companies.