Sam Eder
About Sam Eder
Sam Eder serves as the Head of Sales for Asia Pacific at OANDA, where he has been leading sales strategy since 2016. With a diverse background in sales and leadership roles across various companies, he emphasizes mindfulness, integrity, and a culture of discipline in his professional endeavors.
Current Role at OANDA
Sam Eder serves as the Head of Sales for the Asia Pacific region at OANDA, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he leads the sales strategy and is responsible for driving growth and expanding the company's market presence in the Asia Pacific area. His leadership focuses on fostering a culture of discipline and entrepreneurship within the sales team.
Previous Experience at GFT Markets
Prior to his current role, Sam Eder held multiple positions at GFT Markets. He worked as an Account Executive and Team Leader from 2008 to 2009 in Sydney, followed by a role as Manager of Retail Sales in Singapore from 2011 to 2012. He also served as the Global Training Manager in Singapore for four months in 2012 and briefly as Manager of Retail Sales in Australia in 2009.
Military Background
Sam Eder has a military background, having served in the New Zealand Army as an Officer Cadet and Lieutenant from 1999 to 2002. This experience contributed to his leadership skills and discipline, which he applies in his professional endeavors.
Education and Qualifications
Sam Eder has a diverse educational background. He achieved a Bachelor of Arts in History from Massey University from 1999 to 2001. He later earned a Master's degree in Leadership from Bellevue University in 2009. In 2020, he completed a Diploma in Entrepreneurship from Harvard Business School. Additionally, he obtained RG146 certification in financial services in 2008 and completed CMFAS modules in 2011.
Personal Philosophy and Practices
Sam Eder emphasizes the importance of living in the moment and mindfulness in both personal and professional life. He practices a personal mission statement centered on integrity, initiative, and responsibility. He regularly analyzes his performance to identify areas for improvement and advocates for fostering change through creating discomfort and disconcertion.