Erik Burkhead
About Erik Burkhead
Erik Burkhead serves as the Director of Sales Development at SewerAI, bringing extensive experience in sales and business development from previous roles at companies like Grammarly and DocuSign.
Current Role at SewerAI
Erik Burkhead serves as the Director of Sales Development at SewerAI since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for leading sales initiatives and developing strategies to enhance the company's market presence. His focus is on driving growth and establishing relationships with potential clients.
Previous Experience at Grammarly
Before joining SewerAI, Erik worked at Grammarly as the US Manager for Business Development from 2023 to 2024. During his tenure, he contributed to expanding Grammarly's business operations in the United States, focusing on strategic partnerships and revenue growth.
Experience at DocuSign
Erik Burkhead has extensive experience at DocuSign, where he held multiple roles. He served as the Sr. Enterprise Market Development Representative from 2020 to 2021 and later as the Manager of Enterprise Market Development from 2021 to 2023. His responsibilities included market analysis, client engagement, and team leadership.
Education and Academic Background
Erik studied at Oregon State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in BioHealth Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in scientific principles and analytical thinking.
Early Career and Recruitment Experience
Erik began his career as a Professional Recruiter at Insight Global in 2019. He later transitioned to a Recruiter role at the same company from 2018 to 2019. His early experiences in recruitment helped him develop skills in talent acquisition and client relations.