Edwin Lam, Cpa, Cgma
About Edwin Lam, Cpa, Cgma
Edwin Lam is a Director of Revenue Operations at Redpanda Data, with a strong background in revenue management and accounting. He has held various leadership roles at GitHub and other companies, demonstrating expertise in enhancing operational efficiency and sales compensation structures.
Current Role at Redpanda Data
Edwin Lam serves as the Director of Revenue Operations at Redpanda Data, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the efficiency and productivity of revenue operations. His responsibilities include overseeing revenue processes and implementing strategies that align with the company's growth objectives. He operates remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience at GitHub
Edwin Lam has held multiple positions at GitHub over a span of three years. He worked as the Director of Global Deal Desk from 2021 to 2022 and then transitioned to Director of Global Deal Desk & Order Management from 2022 to 2023. Prior to these roles, he served as Senior Manager of Worldwide Deal Desk from 2020 to 2021. His tenure at GitHub involved managing deal structures and optimizing order management processes.
Professional Background in Revenue Operations
Edwin Lam has extensive experience in revenue operations, having built and led functions that enhance operational efficiency. His previous roles include Revenue Lead at Ellie Mae, Revenue Manager at Mesosphere, Inc., and Senior Revenue and Reporting Analyst at Ruckus Wireless. This background has equipped him with a strong understanding of sales compensation structures and data governance, which are essential for aligning sales teams with company objectives.
Education and Professional Designations
Edwin Lam holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics and Accounting from UCLA, which he achieved in 2009. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). These designations reflect his expertise in accounting and management accounting, further supporting his capabilities in revenue operations.
Early Career and Internships
Edwin Lam began his career with a summer internship at Swire Beverages in 2008. He then worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Assurance Senior Associate from 2009 to 2012, followed by various roles in revenue management and reporting. His early experiences laid the foundation for his later roles in revenue operations and management.