Shane Long
About Shane Long
Shane Long is a Director at Datasite, where he has focused on expanding the company's presence in the Pacific Northwest since 2016. He has a background in consultative selling and extensive experience in the M&A industry, having previously worked at Bloomberg BNA and Yellowbook.
Current Role at Datasite
Shane Long serves as a Director at Datasite, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's presence in the Pacific Northwest, specifically in Greater Seattle, Vancouver BC, and Portland OR. He utilizes his analytical skills to drive sales and business development strategies, contributing to the company's growth in the M&A industry.
Previous Experience at Bloomberg BNA
Before joining Datasite, Shane Long worked at Bloomberg BNA as a Corporate, Legal & Tax Account Executive from 2011 to 2016. He also held the position of Strategic Account Consultant for 11 months in 2016. His experience at Bloomberg BNA provided him with a strong foundation in consultative selling, which is essential for his current business development efforts.
Background in Sales and Account Management
Shane Long has a robust background in sales and account management. He worked at Yellowbook as an Account Executive for eight years from 2003 to 2011 in the Toledo, Ohio area. Additionally, he spent four years at AT&T in a similar role from 1999 to 2003. This extensive experience has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective client engagement and relationship management.
Educational Qualifications
Shane Long studied at The Ohio State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science degree. His studies spanned from 1994 to 1999. He also pursued a degree in Environmental Science during his time at the university, further enhancing his analytical capabilities and understanding of complex systems.
Experience in the M&A Industry
At Datasite, Shane Long has gained extensive experience in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) industry. Datasite is recognized as a leading SaaS provider for dealmakers, and Long's role as Director involves leveraging his background in sales and business development to support clients in navigating the complexities of M&A transactions.