Kristen Shaeffer
About Kristen Shaeffer
Kristen Shaeffer is a Senior Account Executive currently working at BillionToOne in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has over a decade of experience in healthcare services and biotechnology, with a strong focus on account management and physician relations.
Current Role at BillionToOne
Kristen Shaeffer serves as a Senior Account Executive at BillionToOne, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for managing client accounts and fostering relationships within the healthcare sector. Her focus includes leveraging her extensive background in healthcare services to enhance client engagement and drive sales growth.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Sales
Prior to her current role, Kristen Shaeffer accumulated significant experience in healthcare sales. She worked as a Clinical Sales Executive at Blue Spark Technologies from 2022 to 2024. Before that, she held the position of Regional Manager for Oncology and Women’s Health at Invitae from 2019 to 2022. Her decade-long tenure at CooperSurgical as a Territory Manager from 2008 to 2018 further solidified her expertise in the healthcare industry.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Shaeffer earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, completing her degree from 2000 to 2004. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in communication, which supports her skills in account management and client relations within the healthcare sector.
Background in Biotechnology and Medical Devices
Kristen Shaeffer has extensive experience in the biotechnology industry, particularly in medical devices and lab sales. Her career includes roles that required her to work closely with physicians and manage capital equipment. This background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate complex sales environments in healthcare.
Career Progression and Early Roles
Kristen Shaeffer's career began with a position as a Management Trainee at Enterprise Rent-A-Car from 2004 to 2005. She then transitioned to Microban International as a Sales Associate from 2006 to 2007, followed by a role as a Foot & Ankle Sales Consultant at Dynasplint Systems from 2007 to 2008. She also worked as a Clinical Account Executive at Counsyl from 2018 to 2019, showcasing her diverse experience in sales across various sectors.