Ian Whitlock
About Ian Whitlock
Ian Whitlock serves as the Senior Client Activation Manager at Clinch, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in Political Science and International Business Studies from California State University, Long Beach, and has held various roles in client management and sales across multiple companies.
Work at Clinch
Ian Whitlock serves as the Senior Client Activation Manager at Clinch, a position he has held since 2023 in Austin, Texas. In this role, he directly supports the production of advertising campaigns for major clients, including Hyundai Motors, Kia Motors, Genesis Motors, Walmart Inc, Mars Wrigley, and Bimbo Bakeries USA. He focuses on developing beneficial client relationships with agency partners, aiming to enhance their online presence. His expertise includes workflow automation, production, and project management for enterprise customers on a national scale.
Education and Expertise
Ian Whitlock earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and International Business Studies from California State University, Long Beach, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, focusing on Computer Science from 2011 to 2013. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both political and business environments, enhancing his capabilities in client activation and management.
Previous Experience
Before joining Clinch, Ian Whitlock worked at Content.ad as a Senior Account Manager/Partnership Manager from 2018 to 2022 in Irvine, California. He also held a position at Kantata as a US and Australia SaaS Sales representative from 2017 to 2018. Prior to his role at Clinch, he served as an Account Manager at the same company from 2022 to 2023, where he gained experience in client management and campaign production.
Technical Proficiency
Ian Whitlock is proficient in a variety of tools that support his work in client activation and project management. His skill set includes Asana, Basecamp, SalesForce, SalesLoft, ZOOM/info, Hubspot, Jira, GSuite, Microsoft Suite, Looker, Voluum, TheTradeDesk, Thrive, Cake, PivotalTracker, and Intercom. This proficiency allows him to effectively manage workflows and enhance productivity in his roles.