James Smith
About James Smith
James Smith serves as the Vice President for EMEA at ThoughtSpot, a position he has held since 2024. With a background in various roles at Tableau, he is dedicated to empowering individuals through data to foster creativity and challenge conventional thinking.
Work at ThoughtSpot
James Smith has been serving as Vice President, EMEA at ThoughtSpot since 2024. He is based in the London Area, United Kingdom. In this role, he focuses on driving growth and expanding the company's presence in the European, Middle Eastern, and African markets. His leadership aims to empower organizations to leverage data effectively.
Previous Experience at Tableau
Prior to joining ThoughtSpot, James Smith held several key positions at Tableau. He served as Regional Vice President from 2020 to 2022 and as UK & Ireland Country Manager from 2023 to 2024. His tenure included roles such as Enterprise Account Manager, Strategic Account Manager, and Regional Sales Director, showcasing his extensive experience in sales and account management.
Background in Financial Services
Before his time at Tableau, James Smith worked at itelligence UK as Account Director for Financial Services and Insurance from 2013 to 2015. He also held the position of Account Manager at the same company from 2011 to 2013. This background provided him with insights into the financial sector and the role of data in decision-making.
Education and Expertise
James Smith studied Economics at Newcastle University from 2007 to 2010. His academic background supports his professional focus on data-driven decision-making and the impact of data on organizational performance. He is passionate about addressing the challenge of data underutilization in business contexts.
Mission and Vision
James Smith is committed to solving the issue of 70% of people not using data to inform decisions or foster innovation. He believes that enabling individuals with data can challenge existing norms and unlock creativity. His mission aligns with his professional endeavors in the field of data analytics.