Michael Tjaden
About Michael Tjaden
Michael Tjaden is a Commercial Account Executive with a diverse background in sales and analytics, currently working at ThoughtSpot. His experience spans roles in sports sales and technology, emphasizing self-service analytics for enterprise organizations.
Current Role at ThoughtSpot
Michael Tjaden currently serves as a Commercial Account Executive at ThoughtSpot, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enabling enterprise organizations to utilize self-service analytics, empowering non-technical business users to gain precise insights independently. His expertise in search and AI-driven analytics plays a significant role in his contributions to the company.
Previous Experience at Sporting Kansas City
Before joining ThoughtSpot, Michael Tjaden worked at Sporting Kansas City, where he held two positions. He served as an Account Executive from 2018 to 2020, contributing to the organization's sales efforts for two years. Additionally, he worked as a Sales Associate for 11 months in 2018, gaining valuable experience in sports sales.
Professional Background in Sales and Analytics
Michael Tjaden has a diverse professional background that includes roles in both sports sales and technology-focused positions. He transitioned from the sports industry to technology, where he developed expertise in search and AI-driven analytics. His previous roles include positions at ThoughtSpot as a Senior Enterprise Sales Development Representative and an Enterprise Sales Development Representative, both in 2023.
Education and Academic Background
Michael Tjaden studied International Business and Marketing at Saint Louis University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from 2013 to 2017. He has been studying at Iowa State University since 1995, further enhancing his academic credentials and knowledge in business-related fields.
Internship Experience at Boeing and Other Organizations
Michael Tjaden gained internship experience at Boeing, where he held two positions: as a USN/USMC Sustainment SMB Intern in 2016 and as an Ent. Rates and Overhead Cost Management Intern in 2017. He also interned at Saint Louis FC as a Finance Intern in 2015 and at the MLS National Sales Center as a Sales Trainee in 2018, accumulating a range of skills across different sectors.