Eric Berg (He/Him/His)
About Eric Berg (He/Him/His)
Eric Berg serves as the Vice President of Sales at Upwave, where he has worked since 2018. With a strong background in high-tech B2B media, he has held various sales leadership roles across multiple companies and is passionate about mentoring sales teams.
Work at Upwave
Eric Berg currently serves as the Vice President of Sales at Upwave, a position he has held since 2022. He has been with the company for a total of six years, starting as Regional Vice President of Sales in 2018. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he focuses on driving sales strategies and fostering team development. His role involves selling innovative solutions that benefit both clients and the organization.
Previous Experience in Sales
Before joining Upwave, Eric held several significant sales positions. He worked as Sales Director for the West region at Operative from 2009 to 2011. He also served as Regional Vice President of Sales at Adslot for one year in 2017-2018 and as Sales Director at Lotame from 2015 to 2016, both in the San Francisco Bay Area. Earlier in his career, he was a Regional Sales Director at Microsoft Advertiser & Publisher Solutions from 2008 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Eric Berg studied at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and German. He also attended St. Helena High School. His educational background complements his extensive experience in high-tech B2B media for electronics and software, enhancing his expertise in sales and team training.
Mentoring and Training Focus
Eric has a strong passion for mentoring and training sales teams. He is dedicated to enhancing the skills and confidence of his team members. His approach emphasizes the importance of developing effective sales techniques and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve shared goals.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
In his personal life, Eric enjoys various activities, including travel, biking, and camping. He has a strong interest in music, having been a club DJ in his youth, and he continues to enjoy playing music. He resides in rural Sonoma with his wife, three children, two dogs, and nine chickens, where he values spending quality time with his family.