Amanda (Zearbaugh) Laurie
About Amanda (Zearbaugh) Laurie
Amanda (Zearbaugh) Laurie serves as the BDR Manager at Zylo, where she has worked since 2021, following a year as a Business Development Representative. With a background in hospitality and sales, she has held various positions in the industry, including roles at Omni Hotels & Resorts and The Westin Cleveland Downtown.
Work at Zylo
Amanda Laurie has been serving as the BDR Manager at Zylo since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing the skills of Business Development Representatives (BDRs) and plays a key part in defining a new category of software management. Her responsibilities include helping organizations discover, manage, measure, and secure their SaaS applications. Prior to her current position, Amanda worked as a Business Development Representative at Zylo from 2020 to 2021.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Sales
Before joining Zylo, Amanda Laurie worked at Omni Hotels & Resorts in various sales management roles. She served as the Market Business Travel Sales Manager from 2019 to 2020, covering locations in Indianapolis, Indiana, and Louisville, Kentucky. Prior to that, she was the Business Travel Sales Manager from 2016 to 2019 in the Indianapolis area. Her experience in hospitality sales has contributed to her expertise in business development.
Early Career in Event Management
Amanda began her career in event management at The Westin Cleveland Downtown as an Executive Meeting Manager from 2015 to 2016. She also worked briefly as a Program Specialist at Hamilton Exhibits in 2012. These roles provided her with foundational skills in managing events and client relationships.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Laurie earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Hospitality and Food Management from Ball State University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in business development and hospitality.