Alex Amerling
About Alex Amerling
Alex Amerling is a Strategic Account Executive with a proven track record at Handshake, achieving 143% of quota in FY 22 and maintaining 100% logo retention. He has extensive experience in account management and partnerships, having worked with Fortune 100 companies to enhance early talent strategies.
Current Role at Handshake
Alex Amerling currently serves as a Strategic Account Executive at Handshake, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he works with Fortune 100 companies and Federal Partners to enhance early talent strategies. His focus is on developing and maintaining strategic relationships to drive successful outcomes for clients.
Previous Positions at Handshake
Alex Amerling has held multiple roles at Handshake, contributing significantly to the company's growth. He was an Enterprise Account Manager from 2020 to 2021, a Mid-Market Account Manager from 2019 to 2020, and the Manager of University Partnerships Team from 2018 to 2019. He also served as the University Partnerships Team Lead from 2017 to 2018 and was an early team member starting in 2016. His tenure at Handshake has been marked by achieving Presidents Club recognition in both FY 22 and FY 23.
Education and Academic Background
Alex Amerling studied at Wabash College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Physics and Math from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, he attended St. Marys Springs Academy High School from 2006 to 2010. His educational background has provided him with a strong analytical foundation applicable in his professional roles.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Handshake, Alex Amerling gained diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Digital Strategist at DirectEmployers Association from 2014 to 2015 and held several positions at Mercury Marine, including Documentation Specialist and Engineering Test Services Intern. Additionally, he served as a Peer Career Advisor at Wabash College, where he provided career guidance to fellow students.
Achievements and Performance Metrics
In his role as Strategic Account Executive, Alex Amerling attained 143% of quota in FY 22 while maintaining 100% logo retention. His performance has been recognized with Presidents Club accolades for two consecutive fiscal years, highlighting his effectiveness in driving sales and client satisfaction.