Mike Baron
About Mike Baron
Mike Baron serves as the Vice President of North American Sales at Meriplex and is a founding member of The Outlier Project. With extensive experience in sales leadership across various industries, he has developed impactful sales frameworks and achieved notable performance recognition throughout his career.
Current Role at The Outlier Project
Mike Baron serves as a Founding Member at The Outlier Project, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves contributing to the strategic direction and operational execution of the organization. The Outlier Project focuses on innovative solutions and partnerships in the technology sector, where Baron applies his extensive experience in sales and business development.
Experience at Meriplex
Mike Baron currently holds the position of Vice President, NA Sales at Meriplex, a role he began in 2024. Prior to this, he worked as Vice President Sales, RVP West at Meriplex for 7 months in 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing sales operations and driving revenue growth across North America, leveraging his background in enterprise security and ERP ecosystems.
Professional Background
Mike Baron has a diverse professional background with significant roles in various organizations. He served as Director of Sales at JPMorgan Chase & Co. for three years and held the position of Vice President of Sales at Rimini Street for seven years. His career also includes leadership roles at SeeSaw Networks, Escalate Retail, and Oracle, where he focused on driving sales and managing teams.
Education and Qualifications
Mike Baron earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Business from the University of Florida. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA with a dual concentration in International Marketing and Computer Science from Nova Southeastern University. Additionally, he graduated from Pavilion CRO School, enhancing his skills in executive sales leadership and strategy.
Achievements in Sales Leadership
Throughout his career, Mike Baron has achieved notable recognition in sales leadership. He has attained President’s Club status 16 out of the last 18 eligible years, reflecting his consistent high performance. He specializes in creating business cases that foster executive partnerships and has developed the 'Reframe the Lens' sales framework, which has guided multiple startups to successful exits.