Riley Palmer
About Riley Palmer
Riley Palmer is a Senior Account Executive at Podium, where he has consistently exceeded a monthly quota of $75k ARR since 2023. With a diverse background in sales and management, he has held various positions at companies such as Utah Jazz, Farm Bureau Financial Services, and Dish Network.
Current Role at Podium
Riley Palmer currently serves as a Senior Account Executive at Podium, a position held since 2023. In this role, Palmer has consistently exceeded a monthly quota of $75,000 in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR). This performance reflects a strong commitment to driving sales and contributing to the company's growth in the competitive landscape of customer interaction solutions.
Previous Experience at Podium
Prior to the current role, Riley Palmer held several positions at Podium, including Sales Manager and Pod Lead. As Sales Manager in 2022, Palmer worked for 11 months, overseeing sales strategies and team performance. Earlier, as Pod Lead from 2021 to 2022, Palmer contributed to team leadership and operational efficiency. Additionally, Palmer served as an Account Executive from 2019 to 2020, further developing expertise in sales and customer relations.
Work History in Sales and Management
Riley Palmer has an extensive background in sales and management across various organizations. Prior to joining Podium, Palmer worked at Dish Network as a Senior Sales Manager from 2011 to 2015 and at Verizon Wireless as a Technical Solutions Specialist from 2015 to 2016. Palmer also gained experience as an Agency Owner at Farm Bureau Financial Services from 2016 to 2018 and as a Sales Representative at Paycom from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Riley Palmer studied at Weber State University, where a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Sales was earned from 2011 to 2016. This educational background has provided a foundation in sales techniques and strategies, contributing to Palmer's success in various sales roles throughout the career.
Contributions and Mentorship
Riley Palmer has played a significant role in training and coaching over 100 sales representatives during the launch of Podium's new phone system. Additionally, Palmer actively mentors Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) as they prepare for promotion to Account Executive roles, demonstrating a commitment to developing talent within the organization.