James (Mac) Hobgood
About James (Mac) Hobgood
James (Mac) Hobgood is an Enterprise Account Executive specializing in eCommerce and retail at Optimove, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in sales and digital marketing, with previous roles at companies such as Optimizely, ChannelAdvisor, and MSRCosmos LLC.
Work at Optimove
James Hobgood has been serving as an Enterprise Account Executive focused on eCommerce and Retail at Optimove since 2022. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in sales methodologies to drive business growth and client engagement. His responsibilities include managing enterprise accounts and developing strategies to enhance customer relationships within the eCommerce sector.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining Optimove, Hobgood held several positions in sales and account management. He worked at Optimizely as an Enterprise Account Executive from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he was an Enterprise Account Manager at MSRCosmos LLC from 2020 to 2021. His career also includes roles at ChannelAdvisor, where he served as a Channel Analyst, Sales Account Executive, and Digital Marketing Campaign Manager, gaining valuable insights into both sales and digital marketing.
Education and Expertise
Hobgood studied Political Science at American Military University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2007 to 2012. He also completed professional military education at Spangdahlem Air Force Base, achieving a certificate in Airman Leadership School in 2006. Additionally, he has obtained Google AdWords Certification, focusing on eCommerce and online marketing in 2015. His educational background supports his expertise in technology sales and consulting.
Background in the Military
James Hobgood served in the United States Air Force from 2001 to 2011 as a Munitions Specialist. This decade-long experience provided him with a strong foundation in discipline and teamwork, which he has applied throughout his professional career in sales and account management.
Personal Interests
In his personal life, Hobgood enjoys coaching football and baseball for his four sons and is an avid softball player. He has recently taken up golf and is interested in connecting with others for the sport. He also enjoys outdoor activities such as duck hunting and spending quality time with his family at the lake or beach.