Gerard Baker
About Gerard Baker
Gerard Baker serves as the Vice President of Channel Partners at SambaSafety, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in sales and marketing across various industries, having held senior positions at companies such as CSG Systems and Digital Globe Services.
Current Role at SambaSafety
Gerard Baker serves as the Vice President of Channel Partners at SambaSafety. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's growth and strategic partnerships in the Greater Denver Area. In this role, he focuses on revenue generation through various sales approaches, including direct, inside, and channel sales.
Previous Experience at CSG Systems
Gerard Baker has extensive experience at CSG Systems, where he held multiple senior leadership roles. He served as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing from 2009 to 2012 and as Senior Vice President of Market Development from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, he was Vice President of Sales for a decade, from 1997 to 2007. His tenure at CSG Systems involved developing strategies that enhanced market presence and revenue.
Background in Business Development
Before joining SambaSafety, Gerard Baker was the Executive Vice President of Business Development at Digital Globe Services, Inc. from 2013 to 2016. He also worked at Knowledge Factor as Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing for one year, from 2012 to 2013. His background includes a strong focus on building and motivating high-performing sales and marketing teams.
Education and Expertise
Gerard Baker studied Finance at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He possesses specialized knowledge across various industries, including automotive, telecom, cable, satellite, higher education, utility, and financial services. His expertise extends to developing new market strategies, particularly for SaaS and enterprise software.
Sales and Marketing Skills
Gerard Baker has a proven track record in sales and marketing, emphasizing the development of lasting business relationships at all organizational levels. His skills include a focus on revenue generation and the ability to create effective market strategies that drive growth in competitive environments.