Chris Ingolia
Head of Business Development
Professional Overview
Chris Ingolia is an accomplished business development and sales leader with extensive experience driving growth and strategic initiatives for technology and SaaS companies. As the Head of Business Development at Vizit, he is responsible for spearheading the company's go-to-market strategy, building strategic partnerships, and expanding its customer base in the Boston metropolitan area.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Head of Business Development at Vizit, Chris is tasked with creating and executing the company's business development roadmap. His key responsibilities include identifying and qualifying new sales opportunities, negotiating and closing high-value deals, and building strategic alliances with industry partners. Since joining Vizit in May 2023, Chris has already made a significant impact, securing several key customer wins and establishing the company's presence in the Boston market.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Vizit, Chris held various sales and business development leadership roles at leading technology companies. He served as the Head of Strategy & Sales (Intent Platform) at CONTENTgine, where he was instrumental in driving the company's product strategy and revenue growth. Before that, he held sales roles at ZoomInfo, Definitive Healthcare, and Rapid7, where he consistently exceeded sales targets and earned recognition for his outstanding performance.
Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he graduated cum laude with a focus on marketing and entrepreneurship.
Areas of Expertise
- Business development and strategy
- Enterprise sales and account management
- Strategic partnership development
- Go-to-market planning and execution
- Data-driven decision making
- Consultative selling and solution-oriented approach
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Chris has demonstrated a proven track record of driving revenue growth and delivering tangible business impact. At CONTENTgine, he spearheaded the successful launch of the company's Intent Platform, which resulted in a 25% increase in annual recurring revenue. In his previous role at ZoomInfo, Chris consistently exceeded his sales quotas by over 120%, earning him recognition as a top-performing sales executive.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in business development, sales leadership, and strategic planning, Chris Ingolia is poised to make a significant contribution to Vizit's growth and market expansion. His ability to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, coupled with his proven track record of driving revenue and customer success, make him a valuable asset to the company and its leadership team.
