Celia Vasiliev
Senior Vice President Sales, EMC
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Professional Overview
Celia Vasiliev is a seasoned sales executive with over 20 years of experience driving revenue growth and strategic account management within the technology industry. As the Senior Vice President of Sales at EMC, she is responsible for leading a high-performing sales team and developing innovative sales strategies to expand the company's market share and client portfolio.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Celia has served as the Senior Vice President of Sales at EMC since 2007. In this role, she has been instrumental in steering the company's sales efforts, overseeing a team of talented sales professionals and developing tailored solutions to meet the evolving needs of EMC's diverse client base. Under her leadership, the sales team has consistently exceeded revenue targets and strengthened EMC's position as a leading provider of enterprise data storage and information management solutions.
Career Progression
Prior to joining EMC, Celia held sales leadership roles at prominent professional services firms. As a Strategic Account Sales Manager at Deloitte from 2002 to 2006, she was responsible for managing key client relationships and driving strategic sales initiatives. Earlier in her career, she served as a Senior Account Manager at PwC, where she demonstrated her ability to build and maintain strong client partnerships.
Academic Background
Celia holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Washington, where she graduated with honors. She has also completed executive leadership programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, further enhancing her strategic decision-making and management capabilities.
Areas of Expertise
- Enterprise software and hardware sales
- Strategic account management
- Sales team leadership and coaching
- Client relationship building and stakeholder management
- Developing and executing data-driven sales strategies
- Leveraging industry insights to identify growth opportunities
Professional Impact
Under Celia's leadership, EMC's sales team has consistently exceeded revenue targets, securing several high-profile client contracts and expanding the company's footprint in key markets. She has been recognized for her ability to foster a collaborative, performance-driven sales culture and her commitment to developing her team's skills and expertise.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, proven track record of success, and deep industry knowledge, Celia Vasiliev is a valuable asset to EMC. Her strategic vision, sales expertise, and strong leadership skills have contributed to the company's continued growth and solidified its position as a market leader in enterprise data storage and information management solutions.
