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Brian Schneider

Brian Schneider

Rambouillet

Summary

Dynamic Learning Specialist with a robust foundation in sales enablement, instructional design, and global training initiatives. Certified in Consultative Selling, Negotiations, and Sales Coaching, with expertise in crafting impactful MicroLearning content—concise InfoNuggets and MicroDemos—that captivate sales teams and enhance performance. Proficient in collaborating with Product SMEs to deliver tailored training sessions in digestible formats that resonate with diverse global audiences. A multicultural background spanning the USA, Canada, Italy, Germany, and France enriches the ability to customize training for varied teams. An engineering background simplifies complex products into clear value propositions for effective SaaS training delivery.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Enablement Programs Manager - EMEA

Mitel
02.2022 - Current
  • Design and delivery of EMEA-wide Sales Enablement programs in a global remit, including sales onboarding, consultative selling, sales coaching, resulting in measurable increases in sales productivity.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (sales, product, and marketing) to develop and roll out training programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and employee development needs.
  • Designed and delivered training on key sales competencies and tools, incorporating GenAI and Digital Sales Rooms (DSRs) to enhance learning engagement and real-time sales insights.
  • Developed and executed internal communication strategies, including webinars and newsletters, to ensure knowledge dissemination across the global sales team.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness using metrics like NPS, quota achievement, and learning outcomes, ensuring continuous program improvement.

Strategic Partnerships Manager

Nicecactus
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Managed international business development, building strategic partnerships and delivering training to new partners.
  • Worked closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure product-market fit and integrated training materials into internal platforms.

International Sales Development

News Tank Football / Network
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Managed global partner relationships and was responsible for developing programs on product features, sales processes, and best practices.

Education

MA - English & Communications

U. of British Columbia
Vancouver, Canada
2009

BA (Hons) - English & Literature

U. of Maryland Global Campus
Europe Campus
2005

Associates in Applied Sciences - Electronics

United States Air Force
2005

Skills

  • Simplifying Complex Concepts for Sales
  • Fast Learner (Strengths Finder certified)
  • Storytelling
  • Sales Enablement Delivery and Facilitation
  • Training Program Management
  • Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Program Evaluation and Measurement
  • GenAI Intergration into Training
  • Tested Digital Sales Rooms (DSRs)

Certification

  • Sales Enablement & Ops Certificate (LXA Agency, London, 2024)
  • Consultative Selling, Negotiations, and Sales Coaching certifications (Richardson Sales Performance, 2022-2023)

Languages

English (Native)
French (Good)
Italian (Basic)
German (Basic)

Timeline

Sales Enablement Programs Manager - EMEA

Mitel
02.2022 - Current

Strategic Partnerships Manager

Nicecactus
06.2021 - 12.2021

International Sales Development

News Tank Football / Network
01.2014 - 01.2021

MA - English & Communications

U. of British Columbia

BA (Hons) - English & Literature

U. of Maryland Global Campus

Associates in Applied Sciences - Electronics

United States Air Force

Platforms

  • Zoom Workplace and AI Companion
  • Content Management Systems: LMS, Articulate and Rise, UX Testing
  • CRMs (Salesforce and Hubspot)
  • Video Editing: Camtasia and SnagIt
  • Office Suite: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint
  • Other: Basic HTML and coding, Apple ecosystem
Brian Schneider