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Anita O'Flynn

Anita O'Flynn

San Francisco

Summary

Strategic Sales Executive with 20+ years proven success driving revenue growth and exceeding targets, providing with best-in-class marketing solutions to small and large businesses. Inspirational leader with a track record of building and motivating high-performing, diverse sales teams. Expertise in navigating complex business environments, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and delivering impactful results.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of US Retail Sales, Search Ads 360

Google Americas
04.2018 - Current

Lead team of sales executives to grow and develop the Search Ads Platform business (SA360) for Google across the US Retail Industry.

  • Developed and executed vision for Search Ads 360 sales and service for US Retail, a multi hundred million dollar business supporting the largest and most complex customers and partners.
  • Built and led team of 18 Search Ads 360 Account Executives and Account Managers across the US, focused on onboarding, supporting and developing the Retail customer base.

Head of EMEA Doubleclick Search

Google Ireland
12.2016 - 04.2018
  • Developed and led the EMEA Regional Doubleclick Search Account Management organization, overseeing team of Sales Managers and Account Managers.
  • Spearheaded the team's strategic direction through effective partnership building across functions and markets. Ensured cohesive support infrastructure, optimized sales process, and targeted high-potential customer opportunities.
  • Drove significant growth (+30%) adoption of the platform with best in class prospecting, sales and customer support.

Head of Performance Solutions Activation

Google Ireland
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Led go-to-market strategy, commercialisation and activation of Google performance products & solutions across EMEA markets, partnering with senior stakeholders to scale activation across markets.
  • Managed team of performance product specialists, supporting and coaching for successful activation at product and market level.
  • Drove success against key performance metrics in line with regional business strategy. Collaborated closely with Product to communicate product updates to sales leadership.

Sales Manager, UK Large Customer Sales

Google Ireland
11.2010 - 12.2016
  • Managed a team of Account Managers working with customers across a number of industries (Travel, Retail, FMCG, Automotive) in the UK.
  • Coached, trained and supported the team, ensuring flawless delivery of high revenue digital marketing strategies and campaigns for large customers.

Account Manager, UK Large Customer Sales

Google Ireland
04.2006 - 12.2010
  • Revenue growth delivery and relationship development for largest advertisers in the UK Travel industry.

Education

Master of Arts - Business

University of Limerick
Limerick, Ireland
10.2003

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Sciences

University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
10.2001

Skills

  • Strategic Sales Leadership: Consistently achieve exceptional sales performance, surpassing revenue goals and expanding market share
  • Team Development: Build, coach, and mentor successful sales teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and self improvement
  • Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of technical marketing solutions, enabling effective customer partnerships
  • Problem Solving: Proven ability to navigate complex challenges, identify opportunities and develop innovative strategies
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution
  • Operational Rigour: Drive success with a focus on meeting goals and metrics, driving efficiency with streamlined sales activation processes

Timeline

Head of US Retail Sales, Search Ads 360

Google Americas
04.2018 - Current

Head of EMEA Doubleclick Search

Google Ireland
12.2016 - 04.2018

Head of Performance Solutions Activation

Google Ireland
01.2015 - 01.2017

Sales Manager, UK Large Customer Sales

Google Ireland
11.2010 - 12.2016

Account Manager, UK Large Customer Sales

Google Ireland
04.2006 - 12.2010

Master of Arts - Business

University of Limerick

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Sciences

University College Dublin
Anita O'Flynn