Sheila Flynn, P. Eng.
About Sheila Flynn, P. Eng.
Sheila Flynn, P. Eng., is a Sales Director at Ribbon Communications with extensive experience in telecommunications and sales management. She has held various roles at notable companies including Nortel Networks, ALCATEL-LUCENT, and Octel, and possesses a strong background in technical sales and customer relations.
Work at Ribbon
Sheila Flynn has served as Sales Director at Ribbon Communications since 2014. In this role, she focuses on driving sales strategies and managing client relationships within the telecommunications sector. Her responsibilities include overseeing solution sales and ensuring the delivery of value-added services to clients. Flynn's tenure at Ribbon has been marked by her commitment to achieving sales targets and fostering strong partnerships with key stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Ribbon Communications, Sheila Flynn held several significant positions in the telecommunications industry. She worked at Nortel Networks as a Manager from 1989 to 1993, followed by a role as Director of Marketing at Octel from 1993 to 1995. Flynn then joined ALCATEL-LUCENT, where she held multiple roles, including Account Executive from 1995 to 2000, Director of Sales from 2000 to 2008, and National Sales Lead from 2007 to 2009. Her extensive experience in these roles contributed to her expertise in sales and technical support.
Education and Expertise
Sheila Flynn holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from McMaster University. Additionally, she has studied at the University of Toronto. Flynn possesses expertise in various areas, including new business development, sales management, customer relations, and telecommunications. Her technical knowledge spans network engineering, security, applications software, and professional services, making her a well-rounded professional in the industry.
Achievements in Sales and Business Development
Throughout her career, Sheila Flynn has demonstrated a proven track record in closing multi-million, multi-year sales deals with leading telecommunications carriers. She specializes in Network Transformation, PaaS, Real Time Communications, and Unified Communication. Flynn's strong selling and technical skills, combined with her excellent communication abilities, have enabled her to effectively collaborate with clients and deliver tailored solutions.