Blake Nelson
About Blake Nelson
Blake Nelson serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at HST Pathways, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse background in sales and finance, with previous roles at Wells Fargo Securities, Zego, and SOASTA, among others.
Current Role at HST Pathways
Blake Nelson serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at HST Pathways, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for leading the sales strategy and driving revenue growth for the company. His tenure at HST Pathways reflects a commitment to enhancing the company's market presence and expanding its client base in the healthcare technology sector.
Previous Experience at HST Pathways
Before his current role, Blake Nelson worked at HST Pathways as Vice President of Go-To-Market (GTM) for a brief period in 2022. During his five months in this position, he focused on developing and implementing strategies to optimize market entry and customer engagement, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the healthcare industry.
Sales Leadership at Zego
Blake Nelson held multiple positions at Zego (Powered by PayLease), where he served as Senior Director of Sales from 2020 to 2022. He was responsible for overseeing sales operations and driving revenue growth. Prior to this role, he was the Director of Sales Development & Go-to-Market Strategy from 2018 to 2019, where he developed sales strategies and initiatives to enhance market penetration.
Educational Background
Blake Nelson earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of San Francisco School of Management in 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business from the University of San Francisco, which he completed in 2006. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in sales and financial analysis.
Early Career and Financial Analysis
Blake Nelson began his career as an Associate at Navigant Consulting from 2008 to 2009. He then transitioned to SOASTA, Inc., where he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2012 to 2014. His experience in financial analysis provided a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in sales and business development.