David Everett
About David Everett
David Everett serves as the Senior Sales Manager for the UK & Ireland and Global Strategic Partners at Liferay, Inc., where he has worked since 2017. With extensive experience in sales leadership across various companies, he has successfully driven revenue growth and established strategic partnerships in the software industry.
Work at Liferay
David Everett has been serving as the Senior Sales Manager for the UK & Ireland and Global Strategic Partners at Liferay, Inc since 2017. In this role, he focuses on driving sales strategies and establishing partnerships to enhance the company's market presence in the region. His tenure at Liferay spans over seven years, during which he has contributed to the growth and development of the company's sales operations in London, United Kingdom.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to his current role, David Everett held several key positions in sales management across various companies. He worked as the VP Sales and Commercial Director at CallScripter from 2010 to 2014. He also served as the Executive Director for UK Sales and Strategic Alliances at Jacada from 2014 to 2017. Earlier in his career, he held positions such as Sales Director at Genesys and UK Managing Director at update software AG, among others, accumulating extensive experience in sales leadership and strategic partnerships.
Education and Expertise
David Everett studied Mechanical & Industrial Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire from 1973 to 1976. He also obtained a Diploma in Company Direction from The Institute of Directors, completing his studies from 1999 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in sales management, strategic partnerships, and business development within the enterprise software sector.
Achievements in Sales and Business Development
David Everett has a proven track record of leading enterprise software business turnarounds for Nasdaq quoted and AIM listed companies. He has established strategic partnerships with major firms like Accenture, Tech Mahindra, and Cisco, contributing to market expansion. His leadership has resulted in consistent year-on-year revenue growth and profit uplift of 20% to 40% through effective business growth initiatives and the development of new go-to-market models.
Leadership and Team Development
David Everett is recognized for his ability to attract and retain top sales talent while fostering accountable sales cultures. He specializes in complex enterprise account business development and leads multi-discipline international business teams. His focus on team development and performance has been instrumental in achieving sales targets and driving organizational success.