Michael S.
About Michael S.
Michael S. is a Senior Account Executive at FreshBooks, where he leads workshops to enhance sales skills and collaborates with teams for seamless onboarding. He has a diverse background in business development and account management, with previous roles at Freight, Veem, and Scotiabank.
Work at FreshBooks
Michael S. currently serves as a Senior Account Executive at FreshBooks, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads workshop initiatives aimed at enhancing the sales skills and product knowledge of FreshBooks' Account Executives. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless onboarding and implementation of FreshBooks' solutions. Additionally, he provides valuable insights to the product development and marketing teams based on client feedback. His previous role at FreshBooks was as an Account Executive from 2022 to 2023.
Previous Experience
Before joining FreshBooks, Michael S. worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in account management and business development. He was a Business Development Specialist at Freight from 2020 to 2021 for seven months in Ottawa, Ontario. He also held positions at RSM Kuwait as a Risk and Internal Audit Analyst for one month in 2020, and at Scotiabank as a Service Advisor from 2019 to 2020 for one year. Additionally, he worked as an Account Executive at Veem in 2021 for seven months in Ottawa.
Education and Expertise
Michael S. has a solid educational background in commerce and management. He studied at the Telfer School of Management at the University of Ottawa, where he achieved a Bachelor of Commerce in International Management from 2017 to 2022. He also participated in an International Exchange program at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, earning an Honours Bachelor of Commerce in 2022. His high school education was completed at the American School of Kuwait from 2011 to 2017.
Language Skills
Michael S. is fluent in both English and Arabic. He has a passion for learning new cultures and languages, which enhances his ability to connect with diverse clients and colleagues. His bilingual skills contribute to his effectiveness in sales and client relations.
Sales Performance
Michael S. consistently exceeds quarterly and annual sales targets at FreshBooks. He has a proven track record of closing numerous net new business deals, showcasing his effectiveness in driving sales and contributing to the company's growth.