Forrest Perry
About Forrest Perry
Forrest Perry is a Senior Manager in Sales at Heard, where he has worked since 2023. He holds a Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) certification and has extensive experience in sales and cybersecurity consulting, particularly with PwC.
Work at Heard Technologies
Forrest Perry currently holds the position of Senior Manager in Sales at Heard Technologies, a role he has occupied since 2023. Prior to this, he worked as Sales & Onboarding Lead at Heard for six months in 2022. His responsibilities included overseeing sales processes and onboarding new clients. Forrest also served as Sales & Customer Operations Lead for ten months in 2022, contributing to the company's operational efficiency. His journey at Heard began as a Generalist, where he was Employee #2, from 2021 to 2022.
Experience at PwC
Forrest Perry has extensive experience at PwC, where he worked in various roles from 2014 to 2021. He began as an intern in Assurance, progressing to Associate, and then to Senior Associate in Cybersecurity & Privacy Consulting. During his tenure, he co-managed GDPR and CCPA projects for three Fortune 50 companies. He also contributed to business development and sales operations within PwC Digital. In early 2020, he joined PwC’s internal SaaS incubator, focusing on product sales and go-to-market strategies.
Education and Certifications
Forrest Perry obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from Gonzaga University. He also earned the Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals in December 2019. His educational background and certification reflect his commitment to understanding privacy management and its implications in business.
Background and Early Career
Forrest Perry began his career in sales at Gonzaga University, where he worked in Inside Sales for one year. He transitioned to PwC, where he gained significant experience in assurance and cybersecurity. His early roles laid the foundation for his expertise in sales and operations, particularly in the technology and privacy sectors.
Interests and Hobbies
Outside of his professional commitments, Forrest Perry enjoys skiing, backpacking, and watching Gonzaga basketball. These activities reflect his active lifestyle and connection to his alma mater, Gonzaga University.