Jamie Whitehead
About Jamie Whitehead
Jamie Whitehead is a Product Success Manager at Gradescope, a role he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience at Turnitin, where he has worked in various positions since 2012, contributing to significant growth in the EMEA region.
Current Role at Gradescope
Jamie Whitehead serves as the Product Success Manager for Gradescope, a role he has held since 2020. In this position, he leads the go-to-market strategy for Gradescope, focusing on the EMEA region. His responsibilities include implementing processes and strategies to enhance product success and customer satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Turnitin
Jamie Whitehead has extensive experience at Turnitin, where he worked in various roles over several years. He started as a Sales Account Administrator from 2012 to 2013, then progressed to New Business Representative from 2013 to 2016. He served as an Account Manager from 2016 to 2018 and later as a Senior Field Account Manager from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at Turnitin has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's products and customer needs.
Education Background
Jamie Whitehead has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, earning a BA Honours in Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American Studies with a 2:1 classification from 2007 to 2011. He also attended Thomas Rotherham College from 2005 to 2007 and Old Hall Comprehensive School from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, he studied at Universitat Pompeu Fabra for one year in 2009-2010, achieving an average grade of 67% in subjects including Translation and History.
Achievements in Product Management
In his role as Product Success Manager, Jamie Whitehead implemented processes and strategies that led to a 271% growth for Gradescope in the EMEA region within the first year. This significant achievement highlights his capability in driving product success and market penetration.
Management Role at Turnitin
As part of the management team at Turnitin, Jamie Whitehead reports directly to the Regional VP EMEA. This position involves strategic oversight and collaboration to enhance the company's operations and product offerings in the region.