David Spears
About David Spears
David Spears is the Manager of Sales at WP Engine in Austin, Texas, with a background in various sales and account management roles.
Current Position at WP Engine
David Spears is currently serving as the Manager of Sales at WP Engine in Austin, Texas, United States. His role involves overseeing sales strategies, team management, and ensuring the achievement of sales targets. He has been with WP Engine since 2018 and has progressed through various positions within the company.
Previous Roles at WP Engine
David Spears has held multiple roles within WP Engine. He started as a Business Development professional in 2018, transitioned to an Account Executive, and then advanced to Sr. Account Executive & Team Lead. Before his current role, he was an Enterprise Account Executive for 10 months from 2020 to 2021. Throughout these positions, he has gained extensive experience and contributed to the company's growth.
Experience at SHI International Corp.
Before joining WP Engine, David Spears worked at SHI International Corp. for two years. He served as an Inside Account Executive - Territory for a year and as an Inside Account Executive - Named for another year. These roles were instrumental in sharpening his sales and account management skills, which he later applied at WP Engine.
Education and Background
David Spears holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management from Louisiana State University. He completed his degree over four years from 2011 to 2015. His academic background laid a solid foundation for his career in sales and project management.
Skills and Competencies
David Spears has demonstrated effective communication and presentation skills, which have significantly contributed to his success in both telephone and in-person sales. Additionally, he has experience in project management, further enhancing his capabilities in sales and account management roles. These skills have been pivotal in his various roles at WP Engine and SHI International Corp.