Chris Mead
About Chris Mead
Chris Mead is a Manager of Business Applications with extensive experience in technical program management and system migrations. He has successfully led significant projects, including the migration of over 400 team members from ClickUp to Jira and the implementation of automated systems to enhance operational efficiency.
Current Role at Podium
Chris Mead serves as the Manager of Business Applications at Podium, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business application strategies and implementations. His recent initiatives include leading the migration of over 400 members from ClickUp to Jira, showcasing his expertise in project management and system integration. Mead's focus on enhancing operational efficiency is evident in his work with business systems and applications.
Previous Experience at Podium
Before his current role, Chris Mead worked as a Senior Technical Program Manager at Podium from 2021 to 2023. During this time, he contributed to significant projects, including the development of the new Podium Phones product. He increased customer retention by leading the development of CPQ and Salesforce, as well as implementing Avalara for the Communications tax engine platform. His efforts in this capacity helped streamline operations and improve customer engagement.
Career Background
Chris Mead has a diverse career history, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Program Manager for IT Supply Chain Systems at Vivint Solar from 2015 to 2018 and served as a Senior Manager of Global Operations at the same company from 2014 to 2015. His experience also includes working as a Technical Program Manager at Worldwide Express from 2018 to 2019 and as a Financial Representative and Investment Representative at Fidelity Investments from 2011 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Chris Mead earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Brigham Young University, where he studied from 2004 to 2007. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his roles in program and project management. Mead's expertise lies in business applications, technical program management, and system migrations, as demonstrated by his successful management of a $175MM ARR migration from Zuora to Salesforce.
Achievements in Program Management
Throughout his career, Chris Mead has achieved notable milestones in program management. He successfully delivered fully automated Collections and Dunning methods in Salesforce, which eliminated the need for spreadsheet management. Additionally, he has hired and managed a team of Business Systems Analysts, further demonstrating his leadership capabilities and commitment to operational excellence.