Rich Zhang
About Rich Zhang
Rich Zhang is a Senior Account Executive currently working at Placer.ai, where he focuses on commercial real estate, restaurants, and retail sectors. He has extensive experience in sales, having held various positions at companies such as EB5Investors.com and Salesforce, and he has demonstrated strong performance by exceeding sales targets in his current role.
Current Role at Placer.ai
Rich Zhang serves as a Senior Account Executive at Placer.ai, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on the commercial real estate, restaurants, and retail sectors. Zhang has demonstrated significant performance, achieving 194.6% of his sales target in Q2 2023 and surpassing the sales target by 130.9% in Q3 2023. His proactive approach is reflected in his self-description as a trend seeker and problem solver.
Previous Experience at EB5Investors.com
Zhang worked at EB5Investors.com in various capacities from 2014 to 2020. He began as a Client Relations Specialist, then transitioned to an Account Executive role from 2015 to 2017. He later advanced to Senior Account Executive and Brand Manager from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at EB5Investors.com spanned a total of six years, during which he developed a strong foundation in sales and client relations.
Salesforce Experience
Zhang's experience at Salesforce includes roles as an Account Executive for the Pacific Southwest region from 2022 to 2023 and as an Enterprise Business Development Team Lead from 2021 to 2022. His time at Salesforce contributed to his expertise in sales strategies and business development, enhancing his capabilities in handling diverse client needs.
Educational Background
Rich Zhang holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from UC Irvine. He also studied at California State University, Chico, where he earned a Digital Marketing Certificate in 2022. His educational background supports his professional roles in sales and marketing, equipping him with relevant knowledge and skills.
Diverse Skill Set in Sales
Zhang possesses a diverse skill set in sales, including expertise in conference sponsorship sales and media sales. This versatility allows him to effectively navigate various sales channels. His proactive approach to identifying and addressing industry challenges further enhances his effectiveness in sales roles.