Jeffrey S. Watts
About Jeffrey S. Watts
Jeffrey S. Watts is the Area Vice President at Coupa Software with extensive experience in leadership roles across various technology companies.
Area Vice President at Coupa Software
Jeffrey S. Watts currently serves as the Area Vice President at Coupa Software, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing a significant region, ensuring the company's strategic sales initiatives are successfully implemented. Coupa Software is known for its cloud-based spend management solutions, and Watts' expertise is critical in driving growth and efficiency within the company.
Past Role as CEO of Prodigy Ventures Inc.
From 2020 to 2021, Jeffrey S. Watts was the Chief Executive Officer at Prodigy Ventures Inc., based in Toronto, Canada. In this role, he led the company through strategic initiatives and operational improvements. His leadership was pivotal in steering the company towards innovation and market competitiveness during his tenure.
Leadership at Valucap Investments Inc.
Jeffrey S. Watts held the position of President & CEO at Valucap Investments Inc. from 2008 to 2019. During his 11-year tenure, he drove significant growth and oversaw the company's investment strategies. Valucap Investments focuses on providing capital and strategic guidance to early-stage technology ventures, benefiting from Watts' extensive experience in the tech industry.
Role at SAP Americas
Watts has a rich history with SAP Americas, where he served in multiple key roles. From 2006 to 2008, he was Vice President, SME North America, managing small to medium enterprise operations. Before that, from 2004 to 2006, he held the position of Senior Vice President, Channels & Marketing, where he focused on strengthening SAP's market presence and channel partnerships.
Educational Background
Jeffrey S. Watts has a robust educational foundation. He earned an Honours B.Sc. in Computer Science & Business from the University of Toronto - New College, completing his studies from 1979 to 1984. Additionally, he attended the Executive Marketing Program at Queen's University in 1995 and completed the Advanced Telecommunications program at USC Marshall School of Business in 2000. His academic background has been instrumental in shaping his strategic and technical prowess in the business world.
Key Contributions to Technology Start-ups
Throughout his career, Jeffrey S. Watts has played a significant role in optimizing the value of technology start-ups. He has been instrumental in leading major exits for companies such as Quack.com, Elliptic Technologies, Locationary, and OutsideIQ. His contributions in these areas highlight his ability to drive growth and create value within the tech industry.