Christopher Velez
About Christopher Velez
Christopher Velez is an Enterprise Account Executive with extensive experience in sales and business development across various companies. He has held key positions at organizations such as BeyondLive, Cvent, and Jifflenow, demonstrating strong communication skills and a solid educational background in entrepreneurship and professional sales.
Current Role at Jifflenow
Christopher Velez serves as an Enterprise Account Executive at Jifflenow, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Dallas, Texas, he focuses on managing enterprise-level accounts and driving sales initiatives. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in sales and account management to foster client relationships and enhance business growth.
Previous Experience in Sales and Business Development
Before joining Jifflenow, Christopher Velez held various positions in sales and business development. He worked as a Business Development Manager at BeyondLive for 11 months in 2021, and as a Senior Account Manager at Cvent (formerly Lanyon) for 11 months in 2020. He also served as a Mid-Market Sales Executive at Cvent from 2016 to 2020, where he developed skills in managing client accounts across the Northwestern and Midwestern United States.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Velez studied at Central Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Professional Sales. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in sales and account management, equipping him with essential skills in professional communication and sales tactics.
Professional Skills and Communication
Christopher possesses a strong ability to learn and communicate technical and company-specific jargon effectively. He excels in cross-functional team communication, ensuring that thoughts, ideas, goals, and progress are conveyed clearly. His consistent ability to implement professional sales tactics has contributed to his success in influencing high-volume and high-dollar sales.
Career Timeline and Roles
Throughout his career, Christopher Velez has held various roles that demonstrate his versatility in sales and account management. His experience includes positions at Eventbrite as a Senior Account Executive, Caliber Home Loans as a Licensed Loan Originator, and RealPage as an Account Executive. Additionally, he has worked in recruitment and event management, showcasing a broad skill set across different industries.