Arben Morina
About Arben Morina
Arben Morina is the Vice President of Commercial Operations at Cision, with extensive experience in sales operations, financial planning, and customer support across various global locations.
Vice President, Commercial Operations at Cision
Arben Morina currently holds the role of Vice President, Commercial Operations at Cision in Chicago, Illinois. In this capacity, he oversees the commercial operations, focusing on improving performance and productivity. His role involves establishing operating models and managing cross-functional teams, setting the foundation for achieving ambitious business objectives. His expertise includes driving transformation programs and coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders.
Career at Clarivate
Arben Morina had a long and varied career at Clarivate. Initially joining as a Senior Business Planning Analyst, he moved through positions such as Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis, Director of Finance and Operations, Asia Investment Program Director, Director of Customer Support & Marketing, and Vice President of Global Sales Operations. His tenure with Clarivate culminated in his role as Senior Vice President, Sales Operations. His extensive experience here involved leading global teams, developing key strategies for sales and operations, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
Previous Roles in Financial and Operations Management
Before his current role at Cision, Arben Morina worked in several pivotal roles. He was a Management Consultant at HCP Management Operations, Inc. in Red Bank, New Jersey. Prior to that, he managed operations at Diebold in Plainsboro, New Jersey, and was a Senior Research Associate at the Center for International Financial Research and Analysis SL in Princeton, New Jersey. His background in financial and operational management has allowed him to build a robust skill set that he leverages in his current position.
Educational Background in Finance and Business Management
Arben Morina holds an impressive academic background with degrees from several institutions. He earned his MBA in Finance from Villanova University, a Diplôme Universitaire in International Business Management from Institut d'Administration des Entreprises (IAE), and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from The College of New Jersey. His extensive education has provided him with a strong foundation in both finance and business management, fueling his successful career in various high-level roles.
Multilingual Skills and Multinational Experience
Fluent in English, French, and Albanian, with basic proficiency in Japanese, Arben Morina’s multilingual capabilities have enabled him to build and sustain relationships at various executive levels globally. His work has taken him to diverse locations including Singapore, Japan, and the United States, where he has successfully led teams and drove business transformation programs. His ability to communicate effectively across languages and cultures is a key asset in his various leadership roles.
Expertise in Salesforce CRM and Technology Integration
Arben Morina is an expert in Salesforce CRM and has significant experience with sales, service, and marketing automation technologies. His technological proficiency is supplemented by his ability to direct technology teams and manage the software development lifecycle. This expertise has been crucial in his ability to deliver best-in-class services and foster customer loyalty and retention. His hands-on experience with technology integration plays a pivotal role in his operational strategy and execution.