Brandi Howe
@brandihowe
Award-winning Customer Success and Revenue Retention Leader.
What I'm looking for
I am an award-winning and data-driven Customer Success and Revenue Retention Leader with over 20 years of experience in SaaS, Public Sector, and EdTech markets. My expertise lies in driving contract renewals, optimizing operations, and leading high-performing global teams. I have a proven track record of reducing churn and increasing customer lifetime value through strategic initiatives.
Throughout my career, I have orchestrated the strategic renewal of contracts, safeguarding $240 million in Annual Contract Value with over 92% retention rate annually. I have successfully navigated complex audits and executed initiatives that increased contractual ACV by 27% YOY. My leadership has been recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a customer-centric culture.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice President Customer Success, Renewal Management
Vector Solutions
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Developed a team of 30 Account Managers, Directors, and Renewal Managers/Specialists to renew a $240M ACV portfolio, securing 92% gross retention and 103.4% net retention across 20,000 plus contracts. Pioneered a Salesforce-driven Account Management playbook, enhancing renewal forecasting and elevating operational efficiency.
Senior Director, Renewal Management
Vector Solutions
Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)
Spearheaded integration of five acquisitions, streamlining contracting, reporting, and CRM systems for consistency and efficiency. Reduced renewal cycle times by 10% and met annual financial quote-to-cash goals by implementing Lean methodologies.
Director of Account Management
Vector Solutions
Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Reduced churn through predictive customer health tracking systems and proactive engagement strategies utilizing advanced platforms. Collaborated with sales leadership to generate $20M in net new revenue from upsell/cross-sell sales strategies.
Sales Manager, B2B
New Horizons IT Training
Jan 2014 - Dec 2019 (5 years 11 months)
Drove 10% revenue increase YoY through coaching and mentoring outside sales team. Launched and trained team on Social Selling LinkedIn program, exceeding first-year revenue goals by 10%.
Account Services Manager
All Pro
Jan 2009 - Dec 2013 (4 years 11 months)
Established a customer service & collections department, recovering $1.6M in receivables in year one. Drove 11% YoY improvement in collected revenue through data-driven customer segmentation.
Sales Director
Red Vector
Jan 2004 - Dec 2009 (5 years 11 months)
Achieved 10% growth in revenue YOY by restructuring the existing Inside Sales team, focusing on New Business and Renewals. Launched a second department responsible for sales of continuing education courses in the health care industry.
Sales Director
Bisk Education/University Alliance
Jan 1996 - Dec 2003 (7 years 11 months)
Managed a 150+ person contact center in the online degree program industry, leading enrollment and student retention efforts. Grew revenue from $10M to $100M through strategic customer engagement and scalable sales processes.
Education
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University of South Florida
BA, English Literature
Studied English Literature at the University of South Florida. Gained a comprehensive understanding of literary analysis and critical thinking.
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