Alan Lieff
About Alan Lieff
Alan Lieff serves as the Vice President of Alliance Partnership Management at RingCentral, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in marketing and sales, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Bell Mobility, BroadSoft, and Calix over the span of several decades.
Work at RingCentral
Alan Lieff has been serving as Vice President of Alliance Partnership Management at RingCentral since 2024. In this role, he focuses on managing and enhancing strategic partnerships that contribute to the company's growth and market presence. His extensive experience in sales and marketing within the telecommunications sector supports his efforts in fostering alliances that align with RingCentral's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining RingCentral, Alan Lieff held several significant positions in the telecommunications industry. He worked at Bell Mobility as Director of Marketing from 1993 to 1998. He also served as Senior Director of Customer Development at BroadSoft in 2008 and later as VP Sales and Canada Country Manager at BroadSoft from 2008 to 2017. His tenure at Calix included roles as Vice President of Sales for US Major Accounts, Canada, and LATAM from 2020 to 2023, and as Vice President of International and Canada from 2018 to 2020.
Educational Background
Alan Lieff studied at Ivey Business School at Western University, where he earned an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Finance from 1997 to 1999. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Western University, obtaining a BA in Economics and English from 1979 to 1983. His education has provided a solid foundation for his career in marketing and management within the telecommunications industry.
Achievements in Network Transformation
Throughout his career, Alan Lieff has been involved in significant projects that have transformed network capabilities. He led a complete network transformation to enable high-speed fiber networks in several countries, including Ecuador, Guyana, Antigua, and the Cayman Islands. Additionally, he directed the implementation of cost structure improvement strategies that resulted in increased EMEA bookings to $43 million, showcasing his ability to drive operational efficiency and market expansion.
Career Progression and Roles
Alan Lieff's career spans several decades, during which he has held various roles that have contributed to his expertise in marketing and sales. He began his career as an Account Supervisor at J. Walter Thompson Worldwide from 1983 to 1989. He then progressed through positions at Unitel, Natural Convergence Inc., and Bell Canada, where he served as Director of Marketing from 2000 to 2003. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the telecommunications landscape.