Sam Reid — CEO & President at Dearman Systems, LLC
Professional Summary
Sam Reid is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Dearman Systems, LLC, a globally recognized provider of terminal automation and enterprise management software. Dearman Systems boasts over 30 years of experience and is trusted worldwide with deployments across 250+ terminals on 3 continents, serving over 20 customers.
Professional Experience
Dearman Systems, LLC (2020 - Present)
- Role: CEO & President
- Responsibilities: Leading the development and implementation of advanced terminal automation and data management solutions for the bulk liquid storage industry.
- Achievements: Under Sam's leadership, Dearman Systems had its “Best Year Ever” in 2022, significantly advancing technological solutions within the industry and enhancing traditional terminal automation products. He emphasizes leveraging advancements in technology to drive operational efficiencies and data management.
Workyard (2018 - 2020)
- Role: Head of Growth
- Responsibilities: Overseen sales and marketing strategies for Workyard, a tech platform for construction industry staffing and human resources.
- Achievements: Key player in raising over $6 million from venture capital firms including MHS Capital and Blackbird Ventures.
Swiftype (2017) / Elastic (Post-acquisition)
- Role: Growth Marketing Manager, Demand Generation
- Responsibilities: Focused on website and enterprise search solutions, contributing to Swiftype’s growth until its acquisition by Elastic.
Other Roles:
- Internships: Vinson & Elkins LLP (2014), Seismic Exchange, Inc. (2013)
- Co-Founder & CEO: Pareto Technologies (2016)
- Marketing & Content Creation: Troopto, Inc. (2014)
- Growth & Marketing Specialist: 500 Miles (2015)
Educational Background
- Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Minor in Computer Science
- Institution: Rhodes College, Memphis, TN
- Graduated: 2016
- Certification: Insights For Innovation from IDEO U (2015)
Public Speaking and Publications
- Presenter: Terminal of Tomorrow, highlighting modern advancements in terminal data unification and resilience (April 27, 2023).
- Webinar: Discussed the impact of terminal automation on operational efficiency and cost savings (April 11, 2021).
- Contributor: Authored industry insights and blog posts on Dearman Systems Blog, focusing on data management and process improvements within the bulk liquids storage and midstream/downstream sectors.
Company Overview: Dearman Systems, LLC
Dearman Systems specializes in providing robust solutions for terminal automation, data unification (UNITY), supply chain logistics (LYNX), and compliance reporting. Their products encompass integrations across both hardware and software, tailored to enhance operational efficiency in bulk liquids storage, midstream, and downstream industries.
Key Achievements and Recognitions
- Steered Dearman towards unprecedented growth, positioning the company as a leader in terminal automation.
- Pioneering initiatives in advanced technology integration, aiming to set industry benchmarks in data management and operational efficiencies.
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