John Norris
About John Norris
John Norris serves as the Head of Sales at HumanFirst, having previously held various sales leadership roles at companies such as Ada and Galvanize. He possesses a strong background in business strategy and complex sales cycles, complemented by an MBA from UBC Sauder School of Business.
Work at HumanFirst
John Norris serves as the Head of Sales at HumanFirst, a position he has held since 2024. His role is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and operates in a remote capacity. In this position, he is responsible for leading the sales strategy and execution to drive growth and enhance customer engagement.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining HumanFirst, John Norris held several significant roles in sales leadership. He was the Director of Enterprise Sales at Ada from 2021 to 2023, where he focused on driving enterprise-level sales initiatives. Prior to that, he worked at Galvanize as the Director of Sales for the Public Sector from 2018 to 2021, and also served as an Account Executive for the Public Sector at the same company from 2016 to 2018. His earlier experience includes roles at TEKsystems as a Technical Recruiter and Account Executive in Healthcare Services.
Education and Expertise
John Norris holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the UBC Sauder School of Business, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in European History and Journalism from the University of Victoria between 2006 and 2010. Additionally, he underwent Sales Training at Sandler from 2016 to 2019. His expertise lies in crafting and executing business strategies aimed at scalable growth in vertical markets and managing complex sales cycles that involve multiple stakeholders.
Coaching and Leadership
John Norris is recognized for his passion for coaching and developing others. He emphasizes a people-first leadership approach, focusing on helping team members reach their potential. This commitment to leadership and mentorship is a key aspect of his professional philosophy.