Ryan Akin
About Ryan Akin
Ryan Akin serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Sales at Benefitfocus, where he has worked since 2021. With over fifteen years of experience in sales leadership across various sectors, he specializes in talent management, strategic planning, and market development.
Current Role at Benefitfocus
Ryan Akin serves as the Vice President of Enterprise Sales at Benefitfocus, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on executing growth strategies and enhancing sales performance within the organization. His leadership in enterprise sales contributes to the company's objectives in the benefits and HCM technology sectors. Akin operates from Nashville, Tennessee, where he leverages his extensive experience to drive sales initiatives.
Previous Experience at Benefitfocus
Ryan Akin has a significant history with Benefitfocus, having held multiple roles prior to his current position. He worked as an Account Executive for National Accounts from 2011 to 2017, followed by a role as Area Director for Enterprise Employer Sales for nine months in 2016. Additionally, he served as Enterprise Program Director from 2019 to 2021. His tenure at Benefitfocus spans over a decade, providing him with deep insights into the company's operations and market strategies.
Sales Leadership Experience
With over fifteen years of experience in sales leadership, Ryan Akin has developed expertise in the benefits, HCM technology, and business services sectors. His career includes roles at Alight Solutions as a Sales Executive in Health Navigation and at Workday as part of the Strategic Accounts team. Akin's background reflects a strong focus on talent management, strategic planning, and sales process improvement.
Educational Background
Ryan Akin studied at Texas Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1999 to 2003. He later pursued a Master of Science degree at the same institution, completing his studies in 2003. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in sales and management within the technology and business services sectors.
Career Path and Industry Expertise
Ryan Akin's career includes various roles in prominent companies such as ADP and Paycor, where he gained experience in business development and major account sales. His work at ADP spanned from 2005 to 2010, during which he held positions as Business Development and Major Account Sales Executive. This diverse career path has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics and sales strategies.