Brendan Mc Guire
About Brendan Mc Guire
Brendan McGuire serves as the Senior Vice President of North America Sales at Eptura, bringing extensive experience in sales leadership and business development. He has a proven track record of driving revenue growth and has held significant roles at various companies, including Clarabridge and Qualtrics.
Current Role at Eptura
Brendan McGuire serves as the Senior Vice President of North America Sales at Eptura, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and operations across the North American market. His focus is on driving revenue growth and expanding the company's market presence. Brendan's extensive background in sales leadership positions him to effectively lead the sales team and implement strategies that align with Eptura's business objectives.
Previous Experience at Clarabridge
Prior to his current role, Brendan McGuire worked at Clarabridge in various capacities. He served as Group Vice President for the Central Region from 2018 to 2022, where he contributed to the company's growth in the Greater Chicago Area. He also held the position of Account Executive from 2012 to 2016 and later became the Area Vice President for the Central Region from 2016 to 2018. His tenure at Clarabridge showcased his ability to design and scale high-growth sales teams.
Educational Background
Brendan McGuire holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and Marketing from Illinois State University, completing his studies there from 1998 to 2003. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in sales and business development.
Sales Achievements and Awards
Brendan McGuire has a proven track record in sales, evidenced by his receipt of the President's Club award 13 times. This recognition highlights his consistent excellence in sales performance throughout his career. He has successfully led teams and initiatives that have contributed to significant revenue growth, including leading a SaaS firm to a $1.2 billion acquisition, demonstrating his expertise in scaling early-stage companies.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Brendan McGuire has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations. Prior to joining Eptura, he served as Senior Vice President of Global Revenue at Aktana and briefly held the position of SVP North America Sales at Qualtrics in 2022. His career also includes roles at Market Track, Euromonitor International, Marcus Evans, and MicroStrategy, where he gained extensive experience in strategic sales planning, customer relationship management, and market expansion.