Robert Zimmermann
About Robert Zimmermann
Robert Zimmermann serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Qualified, bringing extensive experience in sales leadership from major tech companies such as Salesforce and Twilio. He has a strong background in integrating advanced technologies into sales strategies and has a deep understanding of the financial services sector.
Work at Qualified
Robert Zimmermann serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Qualified, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads a global sales organization and has been instrumental in leveraging AI technology to enhance website visitor engagement and pipeline generation. His leadership focuses on integrating advanced technologies into sales strategies, optimizing customer interactions and driving revenue growth.
Sales Leadership Experience
Zimmermann has a strong background in sales leadership, having held senior positions at major tech companies. He worked at Salesforce for 18 years, where he held various roles including SVP AMER Commercial Sales and Head of Enterprise Corporate Sales. He also served as Head of Mid-Market Sales at Twilio and has extensive experience leading sales teams in both North American and Asia Pacific markets.
Career History
Before joining Qualified, Zimmermann held several significant roles. He was at Salesforce from 2013 to 2019, where he served in multiple capacities, including SVP Commercial Sales for Asia Pacific & Japan. He also worked at Oracle as Director of Alliances and has been involved with Pavilion as an Executive Member from 2020 to 2023.
Educational Background
Zimmermann studied Political Science at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He also completed his high school education at Xavier College in Melbourne, Australia. His educational background has contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and sales strategies.
Expertise in Financial Services
Zimmermann possesses a deep understanding of the financial services sector, having led commercial sales in this industry during his tenure at Salesforce. His experience in integrating advanced technologies like chatbots and intent data into sales strategies has optimized customer engagement, particularly in financial services.