Joel Gardner
About Joel Gardner
Joel Gardner serves as the RVP of Enterprise Sales West at Contentsquare, where he focuses on enterprise applications and customer experience solutions. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held various leadership roles in sales and management across multiple companies, including Sitecore and MotionPoint.
Work at Contentsquare
Joel Gardner currently serves as the RVP Enterprise Sales West at Contentsquare, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on driving enterprise sales strategies and fostering customer relationships in the western United States. His responsibilities include overseeing sales operations and ensuring the effective implementation of customer experience solutions. Gardner's extensive background in sales and customer engagement supports his efforts in enhancing Contentsquare's market presence.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Prior to his role at Contentsquare, Joel Gardner held various leadership positions in sales across multiple organizations. He worked at Sitecore as Director - Commerce NA from 2017 to 2021, where he managed sales initiatives in the North American market. His experience also includes roles at MotionPoint as Director of Sales and at hybris software as Senior Account Executive. These positions contributed to his expertise in enterprise applications and customer experience solutions.
Education and Expertise
Joel Gardner earned a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Fort Lewis College, where he studied from 1991 to 1996. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in strategic selling and customer engagement. Gardner specializes in enterprise applications, including DXP, SaaS, eCommerce, CMS, DAM, and cloud solutions, which are critical in today's digital landscape.
Background in Sales and Account Management
Gardner's career spans over two decades, beginning as a Sales Engineer at MicroStrategy in 2000. He has held various roles, including Account Sales Manager at Oracle and Engagement Manager at Rapidigm. His diverse experience in sales management across different industries has equipped him with the skills to navigate large organizations and effectively communicate solution value to clients.
Mentoring and Team Development
In addition to his sales expertise, Joel Gardner is known for his commitment to mentoring and developing sales teams. He emphasizes collaboration and growth within sales strategies, fostering an environment that encourages team members to excel. His leadership approach focuses on creating effective sales processes that drive customer success in both B2C and B2B markets.