Lily D
About Lily D
Lily D serves as the Regional Program Director at Vendr, where she has contributed to the management of over $1.5 billion in SaaS purchases since 2018. With a strong background in software engineering and advanced degrees in computer science, she has a significant impact on procurement processes in the SaaS industry.
Work at Vendr.com
Lily D has served as the Regional Program Director at Vendr since 2018. In this role, she has contributed to the company's growth, which has facilitated over $1.5 billion in SaaS purchases. Lily is part of a team that is transforming the procurement processes for companies, focusing on innovation in how organizations buy and renew software as a service. Vendr operates from its headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, with an additional location in Charleston, expanding its geographical influence.
Education and Expertise
Lily D holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science from Boston University, where she studied from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, she earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, completing her studies in 2011. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science in Computer Science from Harbin Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in computer and information technology management.
Background
Before joining Vendr, Lily D worked as a Senior Software Engineer at several companies. She was employed at 微软(中国)有限公司 in Beijing, China, from 2014 to 2017, and at NetEase in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, from 2008 to 2011. She also held a position as a Senior Software Engineer at TrustedSec in Ohio, United States, from 2017 to 2018. This diverse experience in software engineering has contributed to her expertise in managing SaaS purchases at Vendr.
Achievements
During her tenure at Vendr, Lily D has played a key role in managing SaaS purchases across more than 1,300 suppliers. Her contributions have been vital in shaping the company's approach to procurement and enhancing efficiency in the purchasing process. This involvement highlights her significant impact within the organization and the broader SaaS purchasing landscape.