James Raggi
About James Raggi
James Raggi is the Manager of the Vendr Verified Partner Program, where he leads partner acquisition and revenue initiatives. He has a diverse background in sales and account management, with previous roles at companies such as Zix, Egress Software Technologies, and Sophos.
Current Role at Vendr.com
James Raggi serves as the Manager of the Vendr Verified Partner Program, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads a team focused on partner acquisition, success, and revenue generation. His responsibilities include providing reports to executive leadership and collaborating with internal teams across Product, Marketing, Data, and Sales to enhance program elements. Raggi's leadership aims to optimize the program's effectiveness and drive growth within the Vendr ecosystem.
Previous Experience in Sales and Account Management
Before joining Vendr, Raggi accumulated significant experience in sales and account management. He worked at Zix as a Corporate Sales Account Executive in the Northeast Region from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he was an Account Executive at Egress Software Technologies from 2018 to 2019. His career began at Sophos, where he held the position of Sales Development Representative in 2017, later advancing to Team Lead/Sr. Sales Development Representative for five months. These roles contributed to his expertise in strategic account planning and partner management.
Impact on Vendr Marketplace Growth
Raggi played a significant role in a strike team that increased Vendr Marketplace Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) from $2 million in 2022 to $20 million in 2023. His contributions to strategic account planning and program enablement were pivotal in enhancing deal speed efficiency, demonstrating his capability to drive substantial growth within the organization.
Educational Background
James Raggi earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Boston College, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provided him with foundational skills in communication, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles, including sales and marketing.
Early Career in Media and Marketing
Raggi's early career included roles in media and marketing. He worked as a Morning Show Host and Marketing Specialist at Sarkes Tarzian Inc. from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he served as an Associate Producer at iHeartMedia from 2011 to 2014. These experiences contributed to his understanding of audience engagement and marketing strategies.