Adam Blair
About Adam Blair
Adam Blair serves as the Vice President of Sales at DeepL, having previously held key sales leadership roles at Funding Circle UK and SeedLegals. He has extensive experience in sales and consultancy across various startups in the UK and the US.
Current Role at DeepL
Adam Blair serves as the Vice President of Sales at DeepL, a position he has held since 2022. He operates from London, England, where he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and initiatives. His role involves driving revenue growth and expanding market presence for DeepL's translation and language technology solutions.
Previous Experience at Funding Circle UK
Adam Blair has a significant history with Funding Circle UK, where he held multiple roles. He started as Sales Lead from 2012 to 2013, followed by a promotion to Head of Sales, UK, from 2013 to 2017. In 2017, he transitioned to the Head of Sales, US, working in San Francisco for eight months. His tenure at Funding Circle UK spanned five years, contributing to the company's growth in various capacities.
Experience at SeedLegals
From 2019 to 2022, Adam Blair worked as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at SeedLegals in London, United Kingdom. During his three years in this role, he focused on enhancing the company's commercial strategies and fostering business development. His leadership contributed to SeedLegals' position in the legal tech sector.
Consulting and Startup Involvement
Between 2018 and 2019, Adam Blair worked as a consultant for various startups in London. This role allowed him to leverage his sales expertise to assist emerging companies in developing their sales strategies. Additionally, he served as Head of Commercial at Nested.com for five months in 2018, where he played a key role in driving commercial initiatives.
Educational Background
Adam Blair studied at The University of Manchester, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Mathematics from 2006 to 2009. His academic background in mathematics provides a strong analytical foundation that supports his career in sales and commercial leadership.