James A. O'sullivan
About James A. O'sullivan
James A. O'Sullivan is an Apollo Academy Professor and a seasoned sales professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various companies. He has contributed significantly to sales technology and strategies, earning recognition for his work in the metaverse and innovative sales practices.
Current Role at Apollo.io
James A. O'Sullivan serves as an Apollo Academy Professor at Apollo.io since 2024. In this role, he focuses on instructing users on leveraging Apollo's features to enhance sales success. His expertise includes conducting webinars that cover various sales strategies and techniques, particularly in outbound sales processes.
Professional Experience
James has held several significant positions throughout his career. He worked as Vice President of Sales at Assemble from 2020 to 2021 and as VP of Sales (GTM) at Teamflow from 2021 to 2023. He also served as a Senior Manager at Uber, where he contributed to the Uber Works division. His experience includes roles at Beckett Industries, Kelihi, and CareerBuilder, where he launched innovative sales divisions and developed unique sales technologies.
Educational Background
James studied at Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship from 1999 to 2003. His education provided a foundation for his career in sales and business development.
Achievements and Recognition
James has received notable recognition for his contributions to the industry. He was acknowledged by TIME Magazine for his role in one of the 'Top Inventions of 2021' through his work at Teamflow. Additionally, he received commendation from Comcast Research as a leading expert on the metaverse, highlighting his influence in emerging technologies.
Sales Innovation and Contributions
Throughout his career, James has made significant contributions to sales innovation. He was instrumental in creating the world's largest metaverse-for-work user base while at Teamflow. He also launched the first-ever hunting sales division at CareerBuilder, showcasing his ability to implement innovative sales strategies.