Colin Corstorphine
About Colin Corstorphine
Colin Corstorphine serves as the Vice President of Commercial Sales at Clumio, bringing extensive experience in sales and customer success from various technology companies. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from California Polytechnic State University and has developed methodologies to adapt to SaaS trends and customer demands.
Current Role at Clumio
Colin Corstorphine serves as the Vice President of Commercial Sales at Clumio, a position he has held since 2024. Based in Santa Clara, California, he focuses on driving commercial sales strategies and enhancing customer engagement. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in sales to align Clumio's offerings with market demands, particularly in the Software as a Service (SaaS) sector.
Previous Experience in Sales
Prior to joining Clumio, Colin held significant sales leadership roles at various companies. He was the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Cycode from 2022 to 2023. Before that, he spent several years at CrowdStrike, where he progressed through various positions, including Sr. Manager of Corporate Sales, Sr. Director of Global Corporate Sales, and VP of Corporate Sales. His tenure at CrowdStrike spanned from 2017 to 2022, during which he developed methodologies to adapt to high-velocity sales models.
Educational Background
Colin Corstorphine studied at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Management Information Systems (MIS). This educational foundation has contributed to his understanding of both business operations and technology, enhancing his effectiveness in sales and customer engagement.
Expertise in Customer Engagement
Colin possesses a deep understanding of customer needs across various industries, including Telecommunications, Health Insurance, Public Utilities, and Financial Institutions. His expertise includes gathering requirements for Statements of Work (SOWs) and delivering tailored presentations that connect application features to customer value. His background in software development and professional services further enhances his credibility as a trusted advisor.
Career Development and Methodologies
Throughout his career, Colin has developed methodologies that align with the trend towards SaaS offerings. He has focused on ensuring that sales strategies meet the demands of high-velocity sales environments. His strong background in designing and managing custom demos, proofs of concept (POCs), and pilots has played a crucial role in closing significant deals during the Enterprise phase of his career.