Robert Blanton
About Robert Blanton
Robert Blanton is an Enterprise Sales Engineer at Talkdesk in San Francisco with extensive experience in sales engineering and channel sales management, having worked in both the public and private sectors.
Company: Talkdesk
Robert Blanton is currently working at Talkdesk as an Enterprise Sales Engineer in San Francisco, California, United States. Since joining the company in November 2019, he has been contributing to their enterprise sales engineering efforts.
Title: Enterprise Sales Engineer
Robert Blanton holds the position of Enterprise Sales Engineer at Talkdesk. With extensive experience in sales engineering over the past two decades, he brings significant expertise to his role, aiding in the company's enterprise-level sales operations.
Previous Positions at Starleaf and 8x8, Inc.
Prior to his current role, Robert worked at Starleaf as a Sales Engineer - Southeast for 9 months in Watford, Hertford, United Kingdom. Before that, he was a Regional Channel Sales Manager at 8x8, Inc. in Campbell, California, United States from 2016 to 2018.
Shoretel Career Overview
Robert Blanton had a significant tenure at Shoretel, holding various roles from 2000 to 2016. He served as Senior Sales Engineer, Area Sales Manager, Major Accounts Manager, and Channel Sales Manager in Sunnyvale, California, United States. His extensive experience in channel sales management was particularly highlighted during this period.
Education and Training
Robert has a diverse educational background with studies in Mathematics and Computer Science from Louisiana Tech University, where he achieved an Associate's degree. He also completed additional training at the Community College of the Air Force, further enhancing his technical expertise.
Experience in Public and Private Sectors
Robert Blanton has a balanced experience in both the public and private sectors. He spent 9 years as a Computer Control Systems Specialist in the United States Air Force. Additionally, he worked in various tech companies including Nortel, Neteffect Corporation, and Starleaf, showcasing his versatility and adaptability across different environments.