Kelsey Klevenberg
About Kelsey Klevenberg
Kelsey Klevenberg is a Sales Manager with extensive experience in sales leadership and business development. She played a significant role in scaling Zipwhip's team and contributed to its growth in annual recurring revenue during her tenure there.
Current Role at Column
Kelsey Klevenberg serves as a Sales Manager at Column, a position she has held since 2022. Based in Miami, Florida, she is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and managing client relationships. Her experience in sales management contributes to the company's objectives and growth.
Previous Experience at Zipwhip
Kelsey Klevenberg previously worked at Zipwhip as the Director of Inside Sales from 2012 to 2019. During her tenure, she managed a team of 11 managers and 100 Account Executives. She played a significant role in scaling the company from pre-Series A to Series D funding rounds and contributed to its growth from $0 to over $35 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR).
Professional Background at Taqtile and OYO USA
After her time at Zipwhip, Kelsey served as the Sr. Director of Key Accounts & Partnerships at Taqtile from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she was the Head of New Business Development for OYO USA, focusing on Washington and Hawaii from 2019 to 2020. These roles further developed her expertise in sales and business development.
Educational Background
Kelsey Klevenberg earned her M.Sc. in Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Public Health from the University of Bristol, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. She also holds a B.A. in Communication Studies from the University of Montana, which she completed from 2001 to 2005. Her educational background supports her professional endeavors in sales and management.
Early Career Experience
Kelsey began her career as a River Guide at Glacier Raft Company from 2005 to 2008. She later worked as an Emcee and Road Crew Social Media at Warren Miller Entertainment from 2008 to 2011. These early roles contributed to her communication skills and ability to engage with diverse audiences.