Carlie Adams
About Carlie Adams
Carlie Adams serves as the Regional Sales Manager for the West at Podium, where she has held various roles since 2016, including Director of Sales - Expansion and Strategic Account Executive. She has a background in admissions advising and holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Communication and Psychology from Utah Tech University.
Current Role at Podium
Carlie Adams currently serves as the Regional Sales Manager - West at Podium, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing sales operations and strategies in the western region of the United States. Her experience in sales management enables her to lead teams effectively and drive revenue growth.
Previous Positions at Podium
Carlie Adams has held multiple positions at Podium, contributing to her extensive experience in sales. She worked as Director of Sales - Expansion from 2018 to 2019, focusing on growth initiatives. Prior to that, she served as an Account Executive from 2016 to 2018, and later as Strategic Account Executive from 2019 to 2021 in the Phoenix, Arizona area. These roles allowed her to develop a deep understanding of sales processes and client relationships.
Leadership Initiatives at Podium
In addition to her sales roles, Carlie Adams has been actively involved in leadership initiatives at Podium. She founded the Women in Sales Professional Development Committee in 2018, aiming to support and empower women in the sales profession. Additionally, she co-founded the Women Leadership Committee from 2018 to 2019, which focused on promoting female leadership within the organization.
Educational Background
Carlie Adams studied at Utah Tech University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Human Communication and Psychology. Her studies, completed from 2007 to 2011, provided her with foundational knowledge in communication and behavioral understanding, which she applies in her professional roles.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Podium, Carlie Adams gained valuable experience in sales and recruitment. She worked as an Admissions Advisor and Student Recruiter at Utah Tech University from 2011 to 2012. She also held positions at Career Step, serving as an Account Executive from 2012 to 2015 and as Direct Sales Manager from 2015 to 2016. These roles contributed to her development in sales strategies and client engagement.