Patrick Turcotte
About Patrick Turcotte
Patrick Turcotte is the Director of Sales for Eastern Canada at Talkdesk, based in Montréal, Québec, Canada, with over two decades of experience in sales leadership within the information technology sector.
Current Role at Talkdesk
Patrick Turcotte is currently the Director of Sales for Eastern Canada at Talkdesk. Operating out of Montréal, Québec, Canada, he is responsible for overseeing the sales strategies and operations within the region. His role involves driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and leading a team of sales professionals to achieve organizational goals.
Previous Experience at ADP
Before joining Talkdesk, Patrick Turcotte worked at ADP as the Sales Leader for National and Enterprise Accounts. For three years, from 2019 to 2022, he led sales initiatives in Montréal and its surrounding areas. His responsibilities included managing large-scale accounts, strategizing sales tactics, and consistently meeting sales targets.
Sales Management at Oracle
From 2016 to 2019, Patrick Turcotte served as an Applications Sales Manager for HCM Cloud Public Sector at Oracle. In this role, he was involved in promoting Oracle’s Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions to public sector clients in the Montréal region. His sales management expertise contributed significantly to Oracle's penetration in the public sector market.
Educational Background
Patrick Turcotte earned his Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from Université du Québec à Montréal, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His academic background in marketing has underpinned his successful career in sales and sales management across various technology sectors.
Expertise and Skills
Patrick Turcotte brings extensive expertise in HCM Cloud and CRM platforms, backed by over two decades of experience in the information technology sector. Known for his strong skills in cold calling, he has a proven track record in enterprise software sales and SaaS solutions. His background in customer experience management and sales leadership further enhances his ability to drive successful sales strategies and negotiations.