Nicholas Cemeno
About Nicholas Cemeno
Nicholas Cemeno serves as the Director of Sales Development at Elevate K-12, where he has significantly increased annual revenue from $10 million to over $50 million since 2022. He has a diverse background in sales and coaching, with previous roles at eFinancial and Farmers Insurance, and holds an MBA from Saint Xavier University.
Work at Elevate K-12
Nicholas Cemeno serves as the Director of Sales Development at Elevate K-12, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees a sales team that includes multiple managers and over 20 sales representatives. Under his leadership, the sales team achieved significant revenue growth, increasing annual revenue from $10 million to over $50 million within two years. He has also developed and implemented outbound strategies and inbound integrations to further drive revenue growth.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Elevate K-12, Nicholas Cemeno worked at eFinancial in various roles, including Business Development Representative Manager and Senior Account Executive. He also served as an Insurance Producer at Farmers Insurance and held positions in coaching and food service, including Assistant Football Coach at Saint Xavier University and Chef at Joliet Slammers Professional Baseball Club. His diverse work experience spans roles in sales, coaching, and customer service.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Cemeno holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing/Marketing Management from Saint Xavier University, which he completed from 2016 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with majors in Marketing and Management from the same institution, graduating in 2016. His educational background supports his expertise in sales development and business management.
Coaching and Mentoring Involvement
Nicholas Cemeno has a strong interest in coaching and mentoring. He has served as an Assistant Football Coach at both Saint Xavier University and Glenbard West High School. His passion for coaching extends beyond sports, as he is committed to mentoring individuals in both professional and personal contexts.
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
Nicholas grew up in a family-owned Italian restaurant in Joliet, Illinois, which has been a staple in the community for nearly 50 years. This background has instilled in him a passion for relationship building and community involvement. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys reading, playing music, and spending quality time with family.