Phillip Mazero
About Phillip Mazero
Phillip Mazero is a Provider Growth Associate at Headway, having transitioned from academia to SaaS sales. He has a strong background in history, holding a PhD from Saint Louis University, and has experience in business development from his previous role at Square.
Current Role at Headway
Phillip Mazero serves as a Provider Growth Associate at Headway, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on fostering relationships with providers and enhancing growth strategies within the organization. His work is conducted remotely, allowing him to engage with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.
Previous Experience at Square
Before joining Headway, Phillip worked at Square as a Business Development Representative from 2021 to 2023. During his two years in this role, he was based in St. Louis, Missouri. His responsibilities included identifying business opportunities and developing strategies to drive sales growth within the company.
Academic Background
Phillip Mazero has a strong academic foundation in history. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. He then pursued a Master of Arts in History of Late Antiquity and Byzantium at Saint Louis University from 2009 to 2011, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy in Medieval Europe, which he completed in 2019.
Teaching Experience
Phillip has experience in academia as a lecturer. He taught at Saint Louis University from 2015 to 2017 and later at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville from 2016 to 2020. His teaching roles spanned a total of six years, during which he engaged with students and contributed to their learning in the field of history.
Transition to SaaS Sales
Phillip transitioned from academia to a career in SaaS sales, driven by a passion for problem-solving and assisting businesses in achieving their objectives. His enthusiasm for learning about software and client businesses aligns with the buyer-centric sales approach prevalent in the SaaS industry. This shift reflects his motivation to adapt and grow within a dynamic field.