Izzy Hettiarachchi
About Izzy Hettiarachchi
Izzy Hettiarachchi is a Senior Manager of Account Management at Cvent, with extensive experience in sales training and account management. He has held various roles within Cvent since 2015 and has a background in sales enablement and management.
Current Role at Cvent
Izzy Hettiarachchi serves as the Senior Manager of Account Management at Cvent, a position held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing account management strategies and ensuring the delivery of high-quality service to clients. He operates from the Greater Melbourne Area and focuses on enhancing client relationships and driving business growth.
Career Progression at Cvent
Izzy Hettiarachchi has held multiple positions at Cvent since joining the company. He began as an Account Management Associate in 2015 and progressed to roles including Account Manager, Team Lead for Sales Training, and Manager of Sales Training. His tenure at Cvent has spanned various roles, culminating in his current position as Senior Manager of Account Management.
Education and Expertise
Izzy Hettiarachchi studied at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore from 2002 to 2005, followed by a year at the University of Maryland Baltimore County in 2006-2007. He has developed expertise in sales enablement and management, focusing on metrics-driven decision-making and the creation of high-performance sales environments.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Prior to his current role, Izzy Hettiarachchi held various positions in sales and management. He worked as Managing Director at The Art of Shaving and as a Licensed Real Estate Agent at Long and Foster Real Estate. He also served as Sales Manager at Lacoste, where he gained valuable experience in sales strategy and team leadership.
Coaching and Training Initiatives
Izzy Hettiarachchi has a strong background in coaching and mentoring sales professionals. He has developed and implemented sales training programs that significantly improved productivity. His focus on onboarding and facilitation has ensured effective training for new team members, contributing to a culture of continuous learning within his teams.