David Rhodes
About David Rhodes
David Rhodes is a Senior Sales Engineer with a background in journalism and extensive experience in sales and technical support roles. He has worked for various companies in the technology and advertising sectors, focusing on customer engagement and product implementation.
Work at FullStory
David Rhodes currently serves as a Senior Sales Engineer at FullStory, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on communicating and validating product roadmap objectives to stakeholders. He plays a crucial role in the sales discovery phase by understanding customer personas, workflows, and technology stacks. His responsibilities also include collaborating with Sales Enablement and Product teams to develop technical demo scripts and webinars, ensuring that potential clients receive comprehensive insights into the product offerings.
Education and Expertise
David Rhodes studied at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he earned a Bachelor of Journalism with a focus on Advertising, Liberal Arts, and Business. He further enhanced his technical skills by completing a full stack web development program at Fullstack Academy from 2016 to 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in leading technical demonstrations and architectural solutions for digital experience platforms.
Background in Sales and Engineering
Before joining FullStory, David Rhodes accumulated significant experience in sales and engineering roles. He worked as a Senior Sales Director at Adadyn for six months in 2015 and as a Senior Account Director in Ad Tech at Winmo | Sales Intelligence for eleven years, from 2004 to 2015. He also held positions as a Systems Engineer at AutoZone from 2019 to 2021 and as a Senior Solutions Support Engineer at Shogun for six months in 2021-2022. His diverse background contributes to his ability to bridge technical and sales functions effectively.
Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer
In his current and previous roles, David Rhodes has emphasized collaboration with various teams. He works closely with Sales Enablement and Product teams to create technical demo scripts and webinars. Additionally, he transfers knowledge to Customer Success teams to facilitate smooth post-sales implementation and onboarding processes. This collaborative approach ensures that both sales and customer success teams are aligned and equipped to meet client needs.