Herb Sharpe
About Herb Sharpe
Herb Sharpe serves as the Vice President of Sales, Business Development, and Private Networks at Boingo Wireless, bringing extensive experience in sales management and business development across various sectors. He has held leadership roles at several companies, including Sprint, Ubicquia, and Philips Lighting, and has a strong background in recruiting and employee engagement.
Current Role at Boingo Wireless
Herb Sharpe serves as the Vice President of Sales, Business Development, and Private Networks at Boingo Wireless. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's growth and strategic initiatives in the United States. His role involves overseeing sales operations and developing business strategies to enhance private network solutions.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Sharpe has extensive experience in sales leadership across various organizations. He worked at Sprint in multiple roles, including Regional Director of Business Development and Area Director for the Public Sector. His tenure at Sprint spanned from 2003 to 2011. He also served as the North America Sales Director for Education & Healthcare Solutions at Waste Management from 2011 to 2015 and as Senior Vice President of Sales at Ubicquia from 2018 to 2020.
Educational Background
Herb Sharpe studied at Georgetown University, where he completed an Executive Leadership Certificate at The McDonough School of Business. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied and Professional Sciences from the University of South Carolina-Columbia. His educational background supports his expertise in sales and business development.
Expertise in Change Management
Sharpe possesses practical experience in change management, having successfully navigated three mergers, two company startups, and numerous reorganizations. His ability to manage transformations effectively has been a significant aspect of his career, enabling him to adapt to evolving business environments.
Sales Team Management and Strategic Alliances
Herb Sharpe has demonstrated expertise in building and managing sales teams across various industry verticals, including Healthcare, Education, and Government sectors. He has successfully leveraged strategic alliances with major companies such as Cisco, SAP, and Amazon Web Services to enhance sales performance and expand market reach.