Trent Plaisted
About Trent Plaisted
Trent Plaisted is a Regional Sales Director at Awardco, where he has worked in various sales roles since 2018. He has a background in professional basketball and holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Economics from Brigham Young University.
Current Role as Regional Sales Director
Trent Plaisted serves as the Regional Sales Director at Awardco, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and managing regional sales teams. His leadership focuses on driving revenue growth and enhancing customer relationships within the organization.
Previous Experience at Awardco
Trent Plaisted has a substantial history with Awardco, where he worked in various capacities. He was an Account Executive from 2018 to 2019, followed by a role as Sales Operations Manager from 2019 to 2020. He then served as Manager of Sales from 2020 until 2023, contributing to the company's sales initiatives and operational efficiency during his tenure.
Professional Basketball Career
Before transitioning to a career in sales, Trent Plaisted played professional basketball. He played for KK Zadar in Croatia for one year in 2009 to 2010. He also had two stints with LIMOGES CSP SASP in France, playing from 2012 to 2013 and again from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he played for BC Zalgiris Kaunas in Lithuania from 2010 to 2011.
Education in Economics
Trent Plaisted studied at Brigham Young University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Economics. His academic journey spanned from 2005 to 2009, providing him with a strong foundation in economic principles that he applies in his professional roles.