Risa Khamsi
About Risa Khamsi
Risa Khamsi is a Sales Development Manager at Placer.ai, where she has worked since 2023. With a background in sales and a multicultural heritage, she has held various roles in sales development and account management across multiple companies.
Current Role as Sales Development Manager
Risa Khamsi currently serves as the Sales Development Manager at Placer.ai, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing sales development initiatives and leading a team of Sales Development Representatives. Her leadership has contributed to achieving significant team performance metrics, including a team quota attainment of 137% in Q1.
Experience at Placer.ai
Risa Khamsi has a notable history with Placer.ai, having worked in various capacities since 2023. She began as a Sales Development Representative for five months before advancing to Senior Sales Development Representative for three months. Her progression within the company reflects her capabilities and contributions to the sales team.
Previous Employment History
Prior to her tenure at Placer.ai, Risa Khamsi held several positions in sales and account management. She worked as an Account Executive at LeadIQ and Stack Overflow, where she gained valuable experience in sales strategies and client engagement. Additionally, her role as a Senior Sales Development Representative at Vida Health and LeadIQ further developed her skills in sales development.
Educational Background
Risa Khamsi earned her Bachelor's degree in Communications from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She also studied Spanish Language and Literature at The International College of Seville for 11 months in 2010. Her educational background has equipped her with strong communication skills applicable in her sales career.
Mentorship and Community Involvement
Risa Khamsi is actively involved in mentoring aspiring Sales Development Representatives, sharing her knowledge and experience to help others succeed in the field. Additionally, she participates in community efforts, particularly in fostering stray kittens, reflecting her commitment to social responsibility.