Kris Hartvigsen
About Kris Hartvigsen
Kris Hartvigsen is the CEO and Founder of Dooly, a company dedicated to automating sales processes and enhancing collaboration for sales teams. With over twenty years of experience in sales and leadership roles, he has previously held positions at Vision Critical, Matrox, and Sophos.
Current Role at Dooly
Kris Hartvigsen serves as the CEO and Founder of Dooly, a position he has held since 2014. Under his leadership, Dooly aims to empower sales teams by automating the transfer of information in real-time. The platform is designed to enhance collaboration and sales enablement, allowing salespeople to focus on their core responsibilities rather than administrative tasks. Dooly captures and analyzes customer conversations, providing valuable insights that help sales teams stay ahead of buyers' signals.
Previous Experience at Vision Critical
Kris Hartvigsen held multiple roles at Vision Critical from 2011 to 2014. He served as the Head of Client Development for EMEA, where he focused on expanding client relationships in Europe. He later became the Managing Director and then the Executive Vice President of Strategic Alliances. His tenure at Vision Critical provided him with extensive experience in product management and client development, contributing to his expertise in sales and marketing.
Educational Background
Kris Hartvigsen studied at The University of British Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Sales and Marketing Management from 1990 to 1994. He also attended Emily Carr University of Art and Design, completing a year of Multimedia Studies from 1995 to 1996. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for a successful career in sales and business development.
Sales Experience and Expertise
With over twenty years of experience in sales, Kris Hartvigsen has progressed from an Account Executive to leadership roles. He has worked in various capacities, including Sales Manager at Sophos and Canadian Sales Manager at Matrox. His background includes being a 3X quota sales representative and revenue leader at SaaS companies. He advocates for connected selling, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration in the sales process.
Contributions to Sales Processes
Kris Hartvigsen has actively contributed to the development of sales processes, including creating a sales process guide in collaboration with Saascend and Syncari. His initiatives focus on reducing the administrative burdens faced by sales teams, allowing them to concentrate on selling. He promotes a customer-centric approach in sales, ensuring that the tools and platforms developed are not only functional but also enjoyable for salespeople to use.