Chris B.
About Chris B.
Chris B. is a seasoned sales professional currently serving as the Community Partnerships Sales Account Director at BusPatrol. With extensive experience in various sales roles across multiple companies, he has developed a strong background in account management and business development.
Current Role at BusPatrol
Chris B. serves as the Community Partnerships Sales Account Director at BusPatrol, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on building and managing partnerships within the community, leveraging his extensive background in sales and account management. His work is conducted remotely, allowing him to engage with various stakeholders effectively.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to his current role, Chris B. accumulated significant experience in sales management across multiple organizations. He worked at Sprint as a Sales Manager from 2005 to 2007, where he developed skills in team leadership and customer engagement. Following this, he joined Verizon Wireless as a Business Account Executive from 2007 to 2015, where he managed business accounts and contributed to sales growth.
Career Progression in Account Management
Chris B. has a diverse background in account management, having held various positions in different companies. He worked at Zonar Systems as a Regional Account Manager from 2016 to 2018, covering multiple states including TN, KY, AL, WV, OH, and MS. He later advanced to the role of Enterprise Sales Director at Zonar Systems from 2018 to 2023, where he was responsible for larger accounts and strategic sales initiatives.
Educational Background
Chris B. earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, completing his studies from 1999 to 2004. This academic foundation provided him with essential knowledge and skills that have supported his career in sales and account management.
Short-Term Roles and Experience
In addition to his long-term positions, Chris B. has held several short-term roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Territory Manager at Actsoft for 8 months in 2015-2016 in the Greater Nashville Area. He also served as the Director of Commercial Development at SOBRsafe for 10 months in 2023, focusing on commercial growth strategies.