John Chambers
About John Chambers
John Chambers serves as the Strategic Partnerships Director at Elevate K-12, where he focuses on enhancing educational access through strategic partnerships. He has extensive experience in sales and account management across various technology companies, including Adobe and UserTesting.
Current Role at Elevate K-12
John Chambers serves as the Strategic Partnerships Director at Elevate K-12 since 2023. He operates in a hybrid capacity from Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he contributes to the organization's mission of delivering live teaching in over 50 subjects to children across numerous school districts. His focus includes enhancing educational access and quality by connecting certified teachers with students throughout the United States.
Previous Experience in Sales and Account Management
Prior to his current position, John Chambers held various roles in sales and account management. He worked as the Regional Sales Director at UserTesting from 2017 to 2019, and as an Enterprise Account Executive at Domo, Inc. from 2014 to 2015. His experience also includes positions at Ensighten, Adobe - Digital Marketing Group, and Pegasystems, where he managed client relationships and drove new business development.
Educational Background
John Chambers earned a Master's degree in Communication and Media Studies from Northwestern University, where he studied from 1992 to 1994. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies from Vanderbilt University, which he completed from 1983 to 1987. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic partnerships and business development.
Expertise in SaaS and Cloud Technologies
John Chambers demonstrates expertise in delivering Software as a Service (SaaS), cloud-based, and on-premise technologies to Enterprise and Fortune 500 corporations. His extensive experience in the technology sector has equipped him with the skills necessary to manage large initiatives and foster partner/client relationships effectively.
Focus on Educational Equity and Transformative Change
In his current role, John Chambers focuses on transformative change and educational equity within the education sector. He plays a key role in establishing strategic partnerships that aim to improve educational access for students, ensuring that quality teaching is available to diverse populations across the United States.