Kara Christopher
About Kara Christopher
Kara Christopher is the Director of Sales Development at Flexport, with over a decade of experience in sales and marketing roles across various industries.
Current Role at Flexport
Kara Christopher is currently the Director of Sales Development at Flexport. In this role, she leads the strategy and execution of the sales development team, focusing on aligning with the company's sales goals and targets. Her responsibilities include overseeing team performance, optimizing sales processes, and driving growth initiatives.
Professional Experience at Flexport
Kara has held multiple roles at Flexport. Before becoming the Director, she served as a Sr. Sales Development Manager for one year and Sales Development Manager in various regional roles, including Central & West Coast, Central, and Chicago, from 2019 to 2022. Each position progressively expanded her scope and responsibilities, fostering her expertise in sales development and regional market strategies.
Early Career and Growth at FourKites and kCura
Before joining Flexport, Kara worked at FourKites, Inc. as an SDR Manager and a Sales Development Representative, gaining crucial experience in sales and team management. She began her career as a Lead Generation Associate at kCura, where she honed her skills in lead management and business development. Her roles in these companies helped build the foundation for her advanced sales strategies and leadership capabilities.
Marketing and Event Coordination Experience
Kara Christopher has a rich background in marketing and event coordination. She worked as a Marketing Coordinator at TCI Services, Inc. for four years, developing and implementing marketing initiatives. Additionally, she coordinated events at Belvedere Events and Banquets and gained international exposure as a Marketing Intern in Sydney, Australia with What Media/BBM.
Educational Background
Kara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Augustana College. She also completed her high school education at Glenbard West High School. Her educational background in business and marketing has equipped her with the theoretical knowledge and analytical skills essential to succeed in her various sales and marketing roles.