Heidi Allwood
About Heidi Allwood
Heidi Allwood serves as the Vice President of Sales at Lumen Learning, where she leads a team of ten sales representatives and manages multiple higher education accounts. With a background in sales management and a degree in Broadcast Journalism from Boston University, she has held various roles in the education and technology sectors since the early 2000s.
Current Role at Lumen Learning
Heidi Allwood serves as the Vice President of Sales at Lumen Learning, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she leads a team of 10 field sales representatives and manages 26 higher education institutional accounts in Central Florida. Her focus is on selling web-based learning software and content solutions, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing educational experiences.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to her current role, Heidi Allwood worked at McGraw-Hill Education as a District Sales Manager from 2014 to 2021. In this position, she managed sales operations in North Florida for seven years. She also held the role of Learning Technology Representative at McGraw Hill from 2012 to 2013, where she focused on educational technology solutions.
Background in Sales and Program Management
Heidi Allwood has extensive experience in sales and program management. She worked at TechHouse as a Program Manager for the Mid-Market segment for seven months in 2013-2014. Additionally, she served as an Account Executive at Salesforce.org for eight months in 2021, further enhancing her expertise in sales strategies and client management.
Education and Academic Background
Heidi Allwood studied at Boston University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from 1996 to 2000. This educational background has provided her with strong communication skills, which are essential in her sales and leadership roles.
Leadership and Professional Development
In 2020, Heidi Allwood was selected for the district manager leadership council at Lumen Learning. This selection reflects her commitment to professional development and leadership within the organization, showcasing her ability to contribute to strategic initiatives.