Carolyn Auman
About Carolyn Auman
Carolyn Auman is a Strategic Channel Account Manager at Poly, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in account management and sales, having held various leadership roles at companies such as LexisNexis Examen, Plantronics, and Seagate Technology.
Current Role at Poly
Carolyn Auman serves as the Strategic Channel Account Manager at Poly, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she focuses on channel account management, leveraging her extensive experience in sales and strategic partnerships. Auman is based in Santa Cruz, California, where she collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance the company's channel strategies.
Previous Experience at Plantronics
Before her current role, Carolyn Auman worked at Plantronics as a Senior Territory Manager from 2014 to 2016. During her tenure, she facilitated global sales training aimed at improving the competitive edge of end-user-facing and channel sellers. Auman also created a two-step B2B channel ecosystem analysis that informed an industrywide e-tailing and prosumer strategy.
Career Background at LexisNexis Examen
Auman held the position of Vice President of Account Management and Customer Services at LexisNexis Examen from 1994 to 2007. Over her 13 years there, she developed strategies to enhance customer service and account management, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Education and Qualifications
Carolyn Auman studied at the University of Oregon, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from 1988 to 1991. This educational background provided her with foundational skills that have supported her career in sales and account management across various industries.
Achievements in Sales Growth
Throughout her career, Carolyn Auman has achieved significant sales growth. While working at Omega Industrial Supply Inc, she developed a new Go to Market channel stream that led to a 400% revenue growth in the first year. This accomplishment highlights her ability to drive revenue through strategic channel management.