Steven Drew
About Steven Drew
Steven Drew serves as the Open Innovation Product Lead at Wazoku, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in sales leadership and collaboration, having held senior roles at companies such as Invention Machine, IBM, InnoCentive, and Dell.
Current Role at Wazoku
Steven Drew serves as the Open Innovation Product Lead at Wazoku since 2020. In this role, he focuses on fostering collaboration between multinational organizations and external partners to tackle significant business challenges. He has played a key role in leveraging the Wazoku Crowd, a community comprising hundreds of thousands of innovators, to address complex problems across various sectors.
Previous Experience at Invention Machine
Prior to his current position, Steven Drew worked at Invention Machine from 2003 to 2011, where he held the role of VP Sales & Country Manager for the UK and Nordics. During his eight years at the company, he contributed to the growth and development of sales strategies tailored for the region.
Career Background at IBM and Dell
Steven Drew began his career at IBM, where he worked as a Sales Executive from 1998 to 2003. Following his tenure at IBM, he joined Dell as a Sales Consultant from 1996 to 1998. His early experiences in these roles laid the foundation for his extensive background in sales leadership within the technology sector.
Experience at InnoCentive
From 2012 to 2019, Steven Drew served as VP Sales Europe at InnoCentive in London, United Kingdom. His seven years at InnoCentive involved leading sales initiatives and expanding the company's reach within the European market.
Education and Qualifications
Steven Drew studied at the University of Plymouth, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science with Honors (BSc Hons). His educational background supports his expertise in fostering innovation and collaboration in business environments.