Hi, I'm Derek Kuhl - VP Sales at Optera
I thrive on building and scaling global sales teams, especially for 0-to-1 GTM tech launches. My passion lies in driving predictable revenue growth and contributing to climate tech solutions. I excel in dynamic, growth-focused environments.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led advertising sales and account services, building expertise in digital media.
Global revenue leader specializing in building and scaling international sales teams from zero to global scale.
Can provide guidance on building and scaling international sales teams and share strategies for developing effective go-to-market plans.
🚀 Career trajectory
Advertising Sales Leadership
Led advertising sales and account services, building expertise in digital media.
✦ Advertising Sales
✦ Account Management
✦ Digital Media
Enterprise SaaS Sales VP
Transitioned to a Vice President role focused on enterprise sales and business development.
✦ Enterprise Sales
✦ Business Development
✦ VP Level
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Revenue Architect
Expert in scaling international sales operations and driving significant revenue growth.
✦ Successfully launched and scaled global businesses.
✦ Managed international sales teams and strategies.
✦ Drove revenue for diverse B2B companies.
Entrepreneurial Growth Driver
Proven ability to build and lead teams within start-up and global corporate settings.
✦ Experienced in entrepreneurial ventures.
✦ Managed teams in start-ups and corporations.
✦ Combined operational and client-facing skills.
I'm excited about
✦ Climate tech
✦ 0-to-1 GTM tech launches
I can help with
✦ Provide guidance on building and scaling international sales teams.
✦ Share strategies for developing effective go-to-market plans.
