Sharon Smith
About Sharon Smith
Sharon Smith is the Principal Sales Enablement Program Manager at HackerOne, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in sales enablement and channel management, she has held various roles across multiple companies over the years.
Work at HackerOne
Sharon Smith has been serving as the Principal Sales Enablement Program Manager at HackerOne since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of the sales team through targeted enablement programs. Her responsibilities include developing training materials, facilitating onboarding processes, and ensuring that sales personnel have the necessary tools and resources to succeed. Smith's experience in sales enablement allows her to contribute significantly to HackerOne's sales strategies.
Previous Experience in Sales Enablement
Prior to her current role, Sharon Smith held various positions in sales enablement across multiple organizations. She worked at Splunk as the Sales Enablement Productivity Lead from 2018 to 2020, where she focused on improving sales processes. Before that, she was the Sr. Manager of Sales and Channel Enablement at VIAVI Solutions from 2016 to 2018. Smith also served as the Director of Channels at Vericept Corporation in 2005 and held roles at Brightstar and ESS, contributing to her extensive background in sales enablement.
Educational Background
Sharon Smith studied at Regis University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS-BA). Her academic focus included minors in Economics and Computer Information Systems (CIS). This educational foundation supports her career in sales enablement and program management, equipping her with essential skills in business strategy and technology.
Career Development and Coaching
Sharon Smith is dedicated to coaching and onboarding new sales team members. She emphasizes the importance of career advancement within the organization and values the learning opportunities that arise from interacting with both experienced sales professionals and newcomers. Her approach to onboarding fosters a collaborative environment that supports personal and professional growth.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Sharon Smith has a passion for gardening and enjoys creating meals with fresh produce. She also loves traveling and exploring new cultures and nature, which allows her to unwind and gain new perspectives during her leisure time.