Scott Spayd
About Scott Spayd
Scott Spayd is a Technical Director of Employee Experience at Medallia, with over 23 years of experience in market research, employee experience, and SaaS technology. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including Kantar and Foresight International, and possesses a strong background in software engineering, marketing, and business development.
Current Role at Medallia
Scott Spayd currently serves as the Technical Director for Employee Experience at Medallia, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction through technology-driven solutions. His responsibilities include overseeing technical aspects of employee experience initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. He previously worked as an EX Senior Technical Manager at Medallia from 2020 to 2023, where he contributed to the development and implementation of strategies that improve employee experiences across various sectors.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Scott Spayd has extensive experience in project management, having worked at Foresight International as a Project Manager from 2001 to 2007. He managed various projects in Lake Zurich, Illinois, where he developed skills in coordinating teams and delivering results. Additionally, he owned SS Project Management LLC from 2011 to 2015, where he applied his project management expertise to support clients in the Greater Chicago Area.
Background in IT Security and Compliance
Scott Spayd has a solid background in IT security and compliance, having worked at Kantar in various roles. He served as an IT Security & Compliance Specialist from 2018 to 2020 and as a Senior Compliance Specialist from 2015 to 2018. His work focused on ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and implementing security measures to protect organizational data. This experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of data integrity and security in business operations.
Education and Expertise
Scott Spayd studied at the University of Iowa, where he earned a degree in Economics with a minor in Computer Science from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in technology and business. He possesses over 23 years of expertise in market research, employee experience, customer experience, people analytics, and SaaS technology. His unique ability to bridge technology with professional services has enabled him to drive business growth and help clients make informed, data-driven decisions.
Career in Business Development and Marketing
Scott Spayd has a significant history in business development and marketing, particularly during his tenure at Kantar. He worked as a Business Development and Marketing Specialist from 2015 to 2018 and as a Marketing Business Development Consultant from 2011 to 2015. His roles involved developing strategies to enhance client engagement and drive growth. Additionally, he served as the Director of EX Client Services at Kantar from 2019 to 2020, where he focused on improving employee experience through effective client service management.