Dan Mc Lennan
About Dan Mc Lennan
Dan McLennan serves as the Vice President of Sales at Handshake, where he focuses on product-led growth and empowering underrepresented groups. He has an extensive background in sales and management, with previous roles at LinkedIn and a strong academic foundation from Stanford University.
Work at Handshake
Dan Mc Lennan serves as the Vice President of Sales at Handshake, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the company's global self-service revenue and collaborates on product-led growth initiatives. He plays a significant role in leading Handshake's acquisition sales business, managing Account Executives for Small and Medium Business (SMB), Mid-Market, and Enterprise Accounts. His efforts support Handshake's mission to connect 13 million students and young alumni with over 850,000 employers worldwide.
Education and Expertise
Dan Mc Lennan studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Honors in Psychology from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at Stanford, obtaining a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Economic Sociology, focusing on Organizations, Business, and the Economy. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his roles in sales and management within the technology sector.
Background
Dan Mc Lennan has a diverse professional background, with extensive experience in sales and management roles primarily at LinkedIn. He worked in various capacities, including Senior Relationship Manager and Regional Sales Manager, contributing to LinkedIn Talent Solutions and LinkedIn Learning Solutions. His earlier career included positions at Salesforce and Baynote, now known as Kibo, where he focused on demand generation and market development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Dan Mc Lennan has held several key positions at LinkedIn, including Head of North America Sales for SMB, Mid-Market, and Strategic Accounts at LinkedIn Learning & Lynda.com. He has also worked as a Manager in North America Sales Development and as an Enterprise Relationship Manager. His leadership roles have enabled him to drive significant sales initiatives and contribute to the growth of the organizations he has been part of.
Community Involvement
Dan Mc Lennan is committed to empowering underrepresented groups within the community as part of his professional aspirations. His focus on inclusivity reflects his dedication to fostering diversity and supporting initiatives that benefit marginalized communities.