Sotheany Sophie Ek
About Sotheany Sophie Ek
Sotheany Sophie Ek is a Senior Business Development Executive for Benelux at Anaplan, where she focuses on connected planning solutions. She has a diverse background in business development and sales, with experience at several notable companies including Google, Sitecore, and Microsoft.
Work at Anaplan
Sotheany Sophie Ek serves as a Senior Business Development Executive for the Benelux region at Anaplan. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the company's focus on connected planning solutions. Her responsibilities include driving business development initiatives and collaborating with the Benelux team to enhance customer engagement and market presence.
Education and Expertise
Sotheany Sophie Ek holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Fine Arts from the Chelsea College of Art and Design, University of the Arts London, which she completed in 2012. She also earned a Bachelor in Fine Arts from Sint Lukas University College of Art and Design from 2008 to 2011. Her educational background includes an Erasmus Exchange Studies program at the Arts University College of Bournemouth. She possesses expertise in working with SaaS companies, focusing on enhancing profitability and efficiency.
Professional Background
Sotheany Sophie Ek has a diverse professional background in business development and sales. Prior to her current role at Anaplan, she worked at Sitecore as a Senior Business Development Representative for Belgium and Luxembourg from 2019 to 2021. She also held various positions at N3, including Senior Business Development Manager for the Dutch and Flemish market and Account Development Representative at Google. Her experience spans multiple industries, including technology and fashion.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Anaplan, Sotheany Sophie Ek held several roles that contributed to her business development skills. She worked as a Sales Associate at STEFANEL and DOLCE&GABBANA S.r.l, and as an Assistant Manager at Orla Kiely. Additionally, she served as a Customer Service Representative at UNITEDPRINT SE and as a Lead Development Representative at Barracuda. Her roles have equipped her with strong customer orientation and problem-solving skills.
Skills and Competencies
Sotheany Sophie Ek possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills, which enhance her effectiveness in leading and managing teams. She is recognized for her strong customer orientation and problem-solving abilities, essential for her role in business development. As a self-starter, she is committed to self-development and continuous learning, allowing her to work independently and adapt to various business environments.