Shannon Gould
About Shannon Gould
Shannon Gould is a Business Development Manager at Parkbench.com, specializing in customer acquisition strategies. With a diverse background in sales and management, she has contributed to her company's recognition as a top workplace and focuses on helping realtors enhance their community engagement.
Current Role at Parkbench.com
Shannon Gould serves as the Business Development Manager at Parkbench.com, a position she has held since 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, she specializes in developing strategies for customer acquisition that do not rely on traditional methods such as cold calling or flyering. Her focus is on assisting realtors in building relationships and growing their businesses through high-quality leads and referrals. She provides a structured approach for realtors to enhance community engagement and establish a referral-based business.
Previous Experience at Parkbench.com
Prior to her current role, Shannon Gould held multiple positions at Parkbench.com. She worked as a Sales Development Representative from 2020 to 2021 and later became the Sales Development Representative Team Lead for seven months in 2021. Additionally, she served as a Sales Development Representative Mentor for three months in 2021. Her contributions during her tenure helped the company gain recognition as a Great Place to Work Canada and a Top Workplace Managed by Women.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Gould has a diverse educational background. She studied at Seneca College, where she earned a Social Service Worker diploma from 2012 to 2014. She also attended Queen's University, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from 2014 to 2016. Furthering her education, she studied Early Childhood Education at St. Lawrence College from 2018 to 2020. This combination of studies provides her with a strong foundation in social services, psychology, and education, which informs her professional approach.
Career Background
Shannon Gould has held various roles prior to her current position at Parkbench.com. She worked as a Store Manager at Suzy Shier from 2013 to 2016 in Newmarket, Ontario. Additionally, she served as a Medical Office Receptionist and Administrative Assistant at Pickering Optometric Clinic for three months in 2015. From 2016 to 2018, she was an Educational Assistant at The Montessori Country School in Nobleton. These experiences have contributed to her skills in management, customer service, and education.
Professional Development and Contributions
Shannon Gould participated in the Reach Canada Second Century Ventures Class of 2020, which reflects her commitment to professional development. Her work at Parkbench.com has not only focused on business development but also on ensuring that clients receive high-quality leads. She offers a money-back guarantee if client expectations are not met, demonstrating her focus on client satisfaction and results.