Shawn Leonard
About Shawn Leonard
Shawn Leonard is an Enterprise Account Executive with a diverse background in sales and marketing, currently working at Spec since 2023. He has held various leadership roles in companies such as VMware Carbon Black, Bluecore, and Snyk, and has a degree in Communications from the University of Rhode Island.
Current Role at Spec
Shawn Leonard serves as an Enterprise Account Executive at Spec, a position he has held since 2023. He operates remotely from Boulder, Colorado. In this role, he is responsible for managing enterprise-level accounts and driving sales initiatives to enhance the company's market presence.
Previous Experience at VMware Carbon Black
Shawn Leonard worked at VMware Carbon Black in various capacities from 2013 to 2021. He started as an Account Representative and progressed to Sr. Sales Manager, ultimately serving as the Director of Commercial Sales for the West Region. His tenure at VMware Carbon Black spanned a total of six years, during which he contributed to sales strategies and account management.
Sales Leadership at Bluecore and Snyk
Leonard held the position of Director of New Business Sales at Bluecore from 2021 to 2022. Following this, he served as Director of Sales, Enterprise West at Snyk for ten months in 2022 to 2023. In these roles, he focused on expanding business opportunities and enhancing sales performance within the respective organizations.
Education and Academic Background
Shawn Leonard studied at the University of Rhode Island, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree in Communications. His academic journey spanned from 2005 to 2010, providing him with a foundational understanding of communication strategies that support his professional endeavors in sales.
Early Career and Internships
Leonard began his career with various roles, including a Sales/Marketing Intern at the Pawtucket Red Sox from 2009 to 2010. He also worked as a Sports Performance Coach at Next Level Fitness for ten months in 2010. These early experiences contributed to his skill set in sales and marketing.