Erik Axton
About Erik Axton
Erik Axton is the Vice President of Strategy and Operations for Professional Services at Talkdesk, with extensive experience in leveraging SAP S/4HANA, AWS, and cloud technologies for business optimization.
Title and Current Role
Erik Axton is the Vice President of Strategy and Operations for Professional Services at Talkdesk. In his current capacity, he operates remotely from the San Francisco Bay Area. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and operational excellence within professional services, ensuring the seamless execution of key projects and objectives.
Previous Positions at Anaplan
From 2019 to 2023, Erik Axton served as the Director of Professional Services - Strategy & Operations at Anaplan in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his four-year tenure, he focused on guiding the professional services team through strategic transformations and operational improvements, helping to align the business's broader goals with efficient service delivery.
Leadership Role at Method360, Inc.
Erik held the position of Vice President - Professional Services and Operations at Method360, Inc. from 2009 to 2019. Over his ten years with the company, based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he led efforts to refine and enhance the delivery of professional services, championing business process improvements and innovative service solutions.
Career Start and Early Roles
Erik Axton began his career at Chevron in Finance and Accounting from 1990 to 1995 in San Ramon - San Francisco. Following that, he worked at Siemens as the Director - SAP Practice from 1995 to 2000. His roles in these early years laid the groundwork for his expertise in finance, accounting, and SAP practices.
Educational Background
Erik Axton completed his undergraduate studies in Finance and Economics at California State University, Chico, from 1986 to 1990. He further advanced his education by studying Project Management at The University of Tulsa. His academic background provided a solid foundation for his extensive career in finance, project management, and professional services.
Expertise in SAP and Cloud Technologies
Erik possesses extensive experience in utilizing SAP S/4HANA to enhance business operations. He is also proficient in leveraging AWS and Cloud technologies for data management and analytics. His technical skills enable him to execute comprehensive technical transformations and optimize business processes through technological advancements.
Specializations in Business Improvements
Erik Axton specializes in process methodology enhancements, identifying key areas for business improvement through discovery and assessments. He is skilled in sales enablement and business marketing strategies, utilizing data management platforms to improve data visibility for clients, thereby fostering client satisfaction and operational efficiency.