Olivia Murray Taylor
About Olivia Murray Taylor
Olivia Murray Taylor is a Regional Sales Director at Cvent in London, England, with extensive experience in sales and customer support. She has held various roles at Cvent since 2013 and has a background in mentoring and professional development.
Work at Cvent
Olivia Murray Taylor currently serves as the Regional Sales Director at Cvent, a position she has held since 2021 in London, England. In this role, she focuses on driving sales strategies and managing regional operations. Prior to her current role, she worked at Cvent as a Regional Sales Manager from 2019 to 2021, and as a Senior Business Development Associate in Venue Sourcing from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Business Development Manager in Venue Sourcing from 2015 to 2019. Her extensive experience at Cvent highlights her commitment to the company's growth and success in the events and hospitality industry.
Education and Expertise
Olivia holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Archaeology from The University of Northampton, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. She also attended Pool School and Community College from 1987 to 1992 and The Cornwall College Group St Austell from 1992 to 1994. Her educational background is complemented by her expertise in Salesforce.com Reports & Efficiency, which focuses on optimizing sales processes and data management. Olivia specializes in mentoring and professional development, emphasizing the importance of nurturing talent and guiding career growth.
Background
Before joining Cvent, Olivia gained valuable experience in various roles within the customer service and hospitality sectors. She worked at Hotel Perfect PMS as a Senior Customer Support Trainer from 2004 to 2013. Earlier in her career, she held positions at Penventon Park Hotel as a Receptionist and Reservation Consultant, Portman Building Society as a Customer Service Representative, and Barclays Investment Bank as a Personal Banker. Her diverse background in customer-facing roles has equipped her with strong skills in strategic selling and sales negotiations.
Achievements
Olivia has made significant contributions to Cvent, particularly in her role as Editor and Chief of Cvent EMPOWER, where she oversees content and editorial direction. Her experience in trade shows and networking has enabled her to leverage these platforms for business development and relationship building. Olivia's strong background in international business allows her to implement effective cross-border sales strategies and operations, contributing to the overall success of her team and the organization.