Kendall Blaylock
About Kendall Blaylock
Kendall Blaylock is the Team Lead of the Deal Desk at Podium, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and has a diverse work history in various roles, including positions at Adobe and EMI Health.
Current Role at Podium
Kendall Blaylock serves as the Team Lead for the Deal Desk at Podium, a position held since 2022. In this role, Kendall is responsible for overseeing deal processes and ensuring efficient operations within the team. Podium, located in Lehi, Utah, focuses on providing customer interaction solutions for businesses. Kendall's leadership contributes to the effectiveness of the Deal Desk, which plays a crucial role in managing sales agreements and optimizing revenue generation.
Previous Experience at Podium
Before becoming Team Lead, Kendall worked at Podium as a Deal Desk Specialist from 2020 to 2022. This role involved supporting the sales team by managing deal structures and pricing strategies. Kendall's experience in this position laid the groundwork for the current leadership role, allowing for a seamless transition into overseeing the Deal Desk operations.
Education and Academic Background
Kendall Blaylock earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University. The degree was completed over a six-year period from 2012 to 2018. This educational background provides Kendall with insights into human behavior and decision-making, which can be beneficial in a team leadership and deal management context.
Work History Prior to Podium
Kendall has a diverse work history that includes roles in various organizations. Prior to joining Podium, Kendall worked at Adobe as a Deal Desk Analyst for five months in 2022. Additionally, Kendall held positions at EMI Health as an Underwriting Analyst from 2018 to 2020 and as an Underwriting Intern in 2018. Other roles include serving as a Teaching Assistant at Brigham Young University and as an Account Manager at Paragraph in 2015.
Early Career Experiences
Kendall's early career includes a position as a Carpet Cleaner at Brigham Young University from 2015 to 2018 and as a Greens Keeper at River Creek Country Club Inc in 2012. These roles provided foundational work experience and contributed to the development of a strong work ethic and attention to detail.