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Ellie Hampton

Ellie Hampton


Merchant Sales Director



Professional Overview
Ellie Hampton is an experienced sales and business development professional with a strong track record of driving growth and fostering strategic partnerships in the technology industry. As the Merchant Sales Director at Kard, she leverages her deep expertise in agency relations, new business development, and account management to support the company's expanding merchant customer base.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Merchant Sales Director at Kard, Ellie is responsible for leading a team of sales professionals in acquiring and onboarding new merchant clients. She works closely with the product and engineering teams to understand the evolving needs of Kard's merchant customers and devise customized solutions that drive tangible business impact. Under Ellie's leadership, the merchant sales team has consistently exceeded quarterly revenue targets and achieved a 95% client retention rate.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Kard, Ellie held various roles at leading social media and technology companies. As the Strategic Agency Partnerships Manager at TikTok, she spearheaded the development of high-value partnerships with top-tier advertising agencies, resulting in a 35% increase in TikTok's agency-driven revenue. Before that, Ellie served as the Agency New Business Team Lead at Pinterest, where she played a pivotal role in securing several marquee agency clients and expanding the platform's advertiser base. Her early career included positions as an Agency Partner Manager at Pinterest and a Sales Consultant at The Utah Statesman, where she honed her skills in client relations and sales strategy.

Academic Background
Ellie holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Utah State University, where she graduated with honors and was recognized for her exceptional academic achievements.

Areas of Expertise
  • Merchant and agency sales strategy

  • New business development and client acquisition

  • Strategic partnership management

  • Account management and client retention

  • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement

  • Data-driven decision making and performance optimization


Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Ellie has consistently delivered measurable results for her employers. At Kard, she has spearheaded the development of a comprehensive merchant onboarding program that has streamlined the customer experience and improved customer satisfaction by 27%. Additionally, she has led the implementation of a data-driven sales analytics platform, enabling the sales team to make informed, data-driven decisions that have driven a 15% increase in quarterly revenue.

Conclusion
Ellie Hampton is a dynamic and results-oriented sales leader with a proven ability to drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and deliver exceptional value to her clients. Her deep industry expertise, coupled with her passion for innovation and customer success, make her a valuable asset to any organization in the technology and e-commerce space.