James Shon
About James Shon
James Shon is an Enterprise Account Executive at CircleCI, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in project management and sales, having previously held positions at Innovo Consulting and Life Time Inc., and has achieved notable sales performance and recognition during his career.
Work at CircleCI
James Shon currently holds the position of Enterprise Account Executive at CircleCI, where he has been employed since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing enterprise-level accounts and driving sales growth. Prior to this position, he served as a Commercial Account Executive in Strategic Growth Sales from 2021 to 2022, and as an Account Executive in the same department for six months in 2021. During his tenure, he was recognized for exceeding sales targets, achieving 102% of quota for fiscal year 2022 and the first half of fiscal year 2023. Additionally, he was selected by the Chief Revenue Officer to act as a Subject Matter Expert on a significant project aimed at improving the Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) process, which led to a notable 200% increase in deal velocity.
Education and Expertise
James Shon is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service at Georgetown University, focusing on International Economics, Finance, and Commerce. His studies began in 2017 and have provided him with a strong foundation in economic principles and financial strategies. In addition to his formal education, he has also completed a Certificate of Improvisation from the Second City Training Center in 2014, which may contribute to his communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting.
Background
Before joining CircleCI, James Shon gained experience in various roles across different organizations. He worked as a Project Manager at Innovo Consulting from 2014 to 2016 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Following this, he served as a Member Services Supervisor at Life Time Inc. from 2017 to 2018 in the Greater Chicago Area. These positions helped him develop skills in project management and customer service, which have been beneficial in his current sales role.
Achievements
During his time at CircleCI, James Shon achieved President's Club status for the fiscal year 2022, recognizing his outstanding performance in sales. His ability to exceed sales targets and improve operational processes has contributed to his recognition within the company. His involvement in the company-wide project to revamp the CPQ process showcases his capability to drive significant improvements in sales efficiency.