Ashley Hanks
About Ashley Hanks
Ashley Hanks serves as the Vice President and Head of Commercial Operations at Anaplan, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in finance and commercial operations, she has previously worked in various roles at Anaplan, SuccessFactors, and Smith & Hawken.
Current Role at Anaplan
Ashley Hanks serves as the Vice President and Head of Commercial Operations at Anaplan. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency. In her role, she oversees various aspects of commercial operations, ensuring alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
Previous Experience at Anaplan
Prior to her current role, Ashley Hanks worked at Anaplan in various capacities. She served as the Senior Director of Global Deal Desk from 2019 to 2021 and as the Director of Global Deal Desk from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she focused on optimizing deal processes and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the sales organization.
Experience at Smith & Hawken
Ashley Hanks was the Director of Finance at Smith & Hawken from 2004 to 2008. In this role, she managed financial operations and contributed to the financial planning and analysis efforts of the organization, supporting its growth and operational strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Ashley Hanks earned her MBA in Finance from the USC Marshall School of Business, studying from 2001 to 2003. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Economics from The George Washington University, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in finance and commercial operations.
Experience at SuccessFactors and SAP
Ashley Hanks has held significant roles at SuccessFactors and SAP. She worked as a Senior Manager for EMEA DealsDesk from 2013 to 2015 in Munich, Germany, and later served as the Director of Global Deal Support at SAP from 2015 to 2017 in South San Francisco, CA. Her experience in these positions involved managing deal support processes and enhancing operational efficiencies.