Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Taylor Grabus is a seasoned sales executive with over a decade of experience driving global revenue growth for high-performing technology companies. As the Vice President of Global Sales at Datadog, Grabus leads a talented team responsible for expanding the company's market share worldwide. Additionally, Grabus serves as a Limited Partner at Stage 2 Capital, where they provide strategic guidance and investment support to promising early-stage startups.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In their role as Vice President of Global Sales at Datadog, Grabus is responsible for overseeing all sales operations across North America, EMEA, and LATAM regions. They have been instrumental in scaling the company's sales organization, resulting in a 27% year-over-year increase in global revenue. Grabus is known for their ability to identify and capitalize on emerging market opportunities, as well as their talent for building high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Career Progression
Prior to their current position, Grabus held several leadership roles at Datadog, including Vice President, Mid-Market Sales - North America and EMEA, and Senior Director, Mid-Market Sales - North America, EMEA and LATAM. In these positions, Grabus demonstrated a strong track record of driving sales growth, improving operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Before joining Datadog, Grabus served as an Enterprise Account Executive at Datto, Inc., where they were responsible for securing strategic partnerships and securing multi-million dollar deals with enterprise clients. They also held the role of Account Executive (Backupify) at Datto, Inc., where they contributed to the successful launch and adoption of the company's cloud-based data protection solution.
Academic Background
Grabus holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, with a concentration in Marketing and Management.
Areas of Expertise
- Global sales strategy and execution
- Revenue growth and market expansion
- Enterprise client acquisition and management
- Talent development and team building
- Data-driven decision-making and performance optimization
- Strategic partnerships and channel sales
Professional Impact
Throughout their career, Grabus has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive transformative change and deliver measurable results. As a sales leader at Datadog, they have played a pivotal role in the company's rapid growth, securing several large-scale enterprise contracts and expanding the customer base in key international markets. Grabus is also recognized for their mentorship of sales professionals and their commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Conclusion
With a proven track record of success in the technology industry, Taylor Grabus is a respected sales executive known for their strategic vision, operational expertise, and ability to build high-performing teams. In their current role at Datadog and as a Limited Partner at Stage 2 Capital, Grabus continues to make a significant impact, driving growth, innovation, and long-term value for their organization and the broader technology ecosystem.
