Cyrus Akrami
About Cyrus Akrami
Cyrus Akrami serves as the Head of Brand Partnerships (Sales) at Faire, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various roles in sales and marketing at notable companies such as Dropbox, Facebook, and Goldman Sachs.
Work at Faire
Cyrus Akrami has served as the Head of Brand Partnerships (Sales) at Faire since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for leading a diverse sales team that includes account executives, category sales, enterprise sales, and sales development. He has played a key role in expanding Faire's marketplace by acquiring new brands, contributing to the company's growth and market presence.
Previous Experience in Sales and Marketing
Prior to his current position at Faire, Cyrus Akrami held several roles in sales and marketing. He worked at Facebook as the Head of Sales Development for Workplace from 2017 to 2019 and later took on the role of Head of EMEA Marketing for Workplace for 8 months in 2019. His experience at Dropbox includes serving as a Sales Manager for 7 months in 2017 and as an Account Executive from 2013 to 2017. His background also includes working as an Investment Banking Analyst at Goldman Sachs from 2011 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Cyrus Akrami studied at Dartmouth College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2007 to 2011. He also attended Rowland Hall from 2003 to 2007. His education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in sales and marketing, particularly in developing go-to-market strategies, which he has applied in his positions at Dropbox and Facebook.
Career Timeline
Cyrus Akrami's career began at Goldman Sachs as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2011 to 2013. He transitioned to Dropbox, where he worked as an Account Executive for four years, followed by a brief stint as a Sales Manager. He then joined Facebook, where he spent two years as Head of Sales Development for Workplace and later took on the Head of EMEA Marketing role. In 2020, he joined Faire as Head of Brand Partnerships (Sales), marking a significant step in his career.