Zack Hardy
About Zack Hardy
Zack Hardy serves as the Senior Field Sales Executive for Major Accounts at RingCentral in North Carolina, where he has worked since 2017. With a strong background in sales and a focus on cloud-based solutions, he has generated significant revenue and achieved notable sales milestones.
Work at RingCentral
Zack Hardy has served as a Senior Field Sales Executive for Major Accounts in North Carolina at RingCentral since 2017. Based in the Charlotte, North Carolina area, he has focused on generating new business and expanding client relationships. Hardy emphasizes a consultative approach, helping organizations transition to cloud-based solutions tailored to their specific goals and timelines. In 2021, he achieved significant success by generating over $2.7 million in new annual revenue and finishing the year at 144% of his sales plan. His performance earned him the Segment MVP status in the latter half of 2021.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining RingCentral, Zack Hardy worked at CenturyLink Business as an Enterprise Sales Executive from 2015 to 2017. His career in sales began at AT&T, where he held multiple positions, including Application Sales Consultant II for the Southeast from 2011 to 2015, Senior Account Executive focusing on Nortel/Avaya from 2002 to 2005, and Territory Sales Manager for Nortel/Avaya CPE in the Carolinas from 2005 to 2011. His extensive experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in sales and client management.
Education and Expertise
Zack Hardy studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism from 1994 to 1998. His educational background has provided him with strong communication skills, which he applies in his sales career. Hardy's expertise lies in his consultative approach to sales, particularly in transitioning organizations to cloud-based solutions. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility in work environments, advocating for the ability to work from anywhere on any device.
Community Involvement
Zack Hardy is passionate about coaching youth in his community. He focuses on teaching young athletes the values of teamwork, effort, and enjoyment in sports. His coaching philosophy emphasizes playing hard, smart, and together, fostering a positive environment for youth development. This involvement reflects his commitment to giving back to the community and supporting the next generation.