Chelsea Klinke
About Chelsea Klinke
Chelsea Klinke serves as the Regional Vice President of Strategic Sales at Zumper, a position she has held since 2024. She has extensive experience in sales leadership, having previously worked in various roles at Funnel Leasing, Zumper, Trunk Club, and other companies.
Current Role at Zumper
Chelsea Klinke serves as the Regional Vice President of Strategic Sales at Zumper, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on driving strategic sales initiatives and enhancing the company's market presence. Her experience in various sales roles within the organization has equipped her with a deep understanding of the real estate technology sector.
Previous Experience at Funnel Leasing
Before her current role, Klinke was the Regional Vice President of Sales at Funnel Leasing from 2022 to 2024. During her tenure, she contributed to the company's growth in the leasing technology space while based in Chicago, Illinois. Her leadership in sales strategies helped to strengthen client relationships and expand the company's reach.
Career Progression at Zumper
Klinke has had a significant career at Zumper, where she held multiple positions. She started as a Regional Account Executive from 2017 to 2018, then progressed to Regional Sales Director from 2018 to 2019. Subsequently, she served as the Director of National Sales from 2019 to 2021 and later as Sr. Director of National Sales from 2021 to 2022. Her varied roles reflect her expertise in sales and account management.
Background in Sales Management
Prior to her roles at Zumper, Klinke worked as a Sales Manager at Trunk Club from 2014 to 2017. She also held a Sales Manager position at Michael Kors from 2013 to 2014. These experiences provided her with a strong foundation in retail and sales management, contributing to her overall skill set in strategic sales.
Educational Background
Klinke studied at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM), where she focused on Merchandise Product Development from 2006 to 2007. She also attended the University of Oklahoma, where she studied Journalism in 2007. This educational background has contributed to her communication skills and understanding of market trends.