Chad Knutson
About Chad Knutson
Chad Knutson serves as the Head of Sales Development for North America at Contentsquare, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in sales development, having held leadership roles at companies such as LinkedIn, DataStax, and Adobe.
Current Role at Contentsquare
Chad Knutson serves as the Head of Sales Development for North America at Contentsquare. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Denver, Colorado. In this role, he focuses on enhancing team performance and revenue growth by building and nurturing sales pipelines. He aims to assist enterprises in transforming their digital presence through Contentsquare's innovative technology.
Previous Experience in Sales Development
Before joining Contentsquare, Chad Knutson held several significant positions in sales development. He worked at Ripcord as the Director of Inside Sales from 2018 to 2021, and prior to that, he was the Director of Sales Development at DataStax from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes a tenure at LinkedIn as Senior Manager of Enterprise Sales Development from 2016 to 2018, where he contributed to sales strategies in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Career Background in Sales and Marketing
Chad Knutson has a diverse background in sales and marketing, having worked in various roles throughout his career. He spent time at Adobe in multiple capacities, including Director of Inside Sales and Manager of the Account Development Group. His early career included positions at Omniture and Md7, where he developed foundational skills in account development and consulting.
Educational Background
Chad Knutson studied at Northeastern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Management and Management Information Systems (MIS). His educational background has supported his career in sales and development, providing him with a strong foundation in business principles.
Sales Achievements and Leadership
Throughout his career, Chad Knutson has consistently exceeded sales goals and received recognition awards. He actively hires and develops top professional sellers in New York City and Denver, aiming to cultivate future leaders in enterprise SaaS sales. His experience across marketing, sales, and demand generation contributes to his holistic perspective and disruptive mindset in the industry.