Dawn Howard
About Dawn Howard
Dawn Howard serves as the Head of Global Deal Desk at Fivetran, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a BA in History from the University of Cincinnati and has extensive experience in sales, financial analysis, and software sales.
Current Role as Head Of Global Deal Desk
Dawn Howard currently serves as the Head of Global Deal Desk at Fivetran, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she oversees the global deal desk operations, focusing on optimizing deal processes and enhancing revenue strategies. Her leadership contributes to the alignment of sales and operational functions, ensuring that the organization meets its financial objectives.
Previous Experience at Fivetran
Dawn Howard has held multiple roles at Fivetran. She initially worked as a Deal Desk professional from 2020 to 2021, followed by a position as Commercial Operations and Deal Desk Manager from 2021 to 2022. During her tenure, she developed expertise in Salesforce CRM and honed her skills in financial and data analysis, which are essential for effective sales management.
Career at Four Winds Interactive
Before joining Fivetran, Dawn Howard worked at Four Winds Interactive in various capacities. She served as the Director of Sales Pipeline Management from 2016 to 2018 and later as the Director of Pricing from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was an Enterprise Account Executive from 2019 to 2020. Her roles involved managing sales strategies and pricing models, contributing to the company's growth in the Greater Denver Area.
Educational Background
Dawn Howard studied at the University of Cincinnati, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. She also attended the Denver Paralegal Institute, obtaining a Paralegal Certificate. This educational background provides her with a diverse skill set applicable in various professional contexts.
Skills and Expertise
Dawn Howard possesses strong skills in financial and data analysis, which support strategic decision-making and performance evaluation. Her expertise in Salesforce CRM is crucial for managing customer relationships and sales processes. Additionally, she has experience in sales and partner enablement, which enhances collaboration and partnership strategies within organizations.