Ken Sims
About Ken Sims
Ken Sims is a seasoned sales executive with over 20 years of experience in various industries. He currently works at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, focusing on professional certifications and has held multiple roles in sales and recruitment throughout his career.
Current Role at Varsity Tutors
Ken Sims currently serves as a Sales Executive Professional Certifications at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's efforts in providing educational services. His role involves leveraging his extensive sales experience to enhance the company's offerings and support client needs.
Previous Experience in Sales
Ken Sims has over 20 years of experience in sales across various industries. He has held multiple roles, including Sales Manager, Recruiter, and Trainer at Verizon Wireless Indirect B2B Channel from 2009 to 2015. Additionally, he worked as an Account Executive at Talent Retriever and Merchant Cooperative, further expanding his expertise in sales and account management.
Educational Background
Ken Sims studied at Hocking College, focusing on Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management. He also attended Northwestern College and The Ohio State University, enhancing his educational foundation. This diverse academic background supports his professional endeavors in sales and recruitment.
Talent Acquisition Expertise
In his career, Ken has utilized a non-contingency cost structure in talent acquisition support. He aims to bring in quality hires quickly and employs a team-based approach to recruitment. His focus is on providing custom recruiting solutions through an agile recruitment methodology, which reflects his commitment to client success.
Contract Work and Short-Term Roles
In addition to his long-term positions, Ken worked as a Contractor at FM Talent for two months in 2023. He also served as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Talent Retriever from 2021 to 2022, and briefly as an Account Executive in 2022. These roles demonstrate his adaptability and breadth of experience in various sales and recruitment functions.