Krista Ashshaheed, Mpa
About Krista Ashshaheed, Mpa
Krista Ashshaheed, MPA, is a Business Development Manager for Early Learning Solutions at Teaching Strategies, LLC, where she has worked since 2018. She possesses expertise in consultative sales, relationship selling, and instructional design, and has over seven years of experience in building customer relationships.
Current Role at Teaching Strategies
Krista Ashshaheed serves as the Business Development Manager for Early Learning Solutions at Teaching Strategies, LLC. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's mission of enhancing early childhood education. In her role, she leverages her expertise in consultative sales and relationship building to drive business growth and support educational initiatives.
Previous Experience at Teaching Strategies
Prior to her current role, Krista worked at Teaching Strategies, LLC as a Senior Account Executive from 2016 to 2023. During her tenure, she focused on developing customer relationships and driving sales in early learning solutions. She also served as an Account Executive from 2014 to 2016, where she gained valuable experience in the education sector.
Sales and Management Background
Krista has a diverse background in sales and management. She worked as an Account Manager at CDW from 2010 to 2012, where she honed her skills in transactional and relationship selling. Additionally, she held positions at immixGroup as an Account Manager and Renewals Account Manager in the IBM Sector, further enhancing her expertise in sales coaching and pipeline management.
Education and Qualifications
Krista Ashshaheed earned a Bachelor of Science in Sales and Marketing from Tuskegee University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She later pursued a Masters of Public Administration with a focus on Public Policy and Management at Bowie State University, graduating in 2015. Her educational background supports her capabilities in instructional design and understanding complex materials.
Skills and Expertise
Krista possesses strong skills in conflict resolution, negotiation, and closing sales. She has over seven years of experience in building and maintaining customer relationships, which has been instrumental in influencing decision-makers in her roles. Her knowledge of channel sales and competing vendors complements her work in early learning solutions.