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Joe Sterne

@joesterne

I transform Salesforce CRM systems into scalable, human-centered revenue platforms.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to bring order to complex CRM environments, translating business needs into scalable Salesforce solutions while leading adoption, release planning, and high-trust cross-functional delivery. I value AI-first experimentation and systems designed around how people actually work.

I lead CRM transformation at SOPREMA USA, owning the U.S. Salesforce roadmap, backlog, release planning, process optimization, and adoption for an international organization spanning North America and Europe.

Across Salesforce, RE/MAX, AllCloud, Brainstorm, Crowe, and my fractional advisory practice, I've translated complex business needs into scalable CRM architectures and end-to-end implementations. I led RE/MAX's migration from Salesloft to Salesforce Sales Engagement on time and under budget, and improved implementation delivery speed by 30% at AllCloud.

I've spent more than a decade in the Salesforce ecosystem, earned 18 Salesforce certifications, and contributed to certification standards through Superbadge development and Trailhead mentoring. I combine architecture, program delivery, requirements prioritization, and change management to bring clarity to fast-moving teams.

Beyond CRM, I built and scaled a DTC and wholesale coffee business, created innovation programs that generated over $1.3M in new business, and helped raise more than $26,000 for children's hospitals. I believe systems should serve real people, not just automate work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SOPREMA USA logoSU
Current

CRM and Sales Process Manager

Oct 2025 - Present (10 months)

•Achieved All Star Ranger rank, Agentblazer Innovator 2025/2026 on Trailhead

Owns
· Owned USA CRM roadmap, and USA backlog of an international Salesforce org stretching across North America and Europe
· Managed and configured the end-to-end CRM process (for the US Sales Team)
· Directed overall process documentation and optimization for the US side of the business
· Led requirements gathering &

Joe's Tech Sphere, LLC logoJL
Current

Principal

Apr 2010 - Present (16 years 4 months)

-Delivered fractional Salesforce architecture and advisory services across multiple industries, enabling clients to avoid full-time hires while accelerating delivery.
-Designed scalable CRM and data architectures that improved operational efficiency and reduced long-term technical debt.
-Cross-pollinated best practices across industries, applying patterns from enterprise, nonprofit, and design sec

Obvious Coffee Roasters LLC logoOL

Co-Founder

Sep 2016 - Mar 2026 (9 years 6 months)

-Built and scaled a DTC + wholesale coffee brand from zero, producing 2+ metric tons of roasted coffee and establishing multi-channel revenue streams.
-Developed full brand system (product, packaging, digital, and in-person experience), driving customer acquisition across eCommerce, markets, and wholesale.
-Owned end-to-end operations including forecasting, production, fulfillment, and customer ex

RE/MAX logoRE

Engineer, Salesforce

Dec 2024 - Sep 2025 (9 months)

-Led migration from Salesloft to Salesforce Sales Engagement, delivering the program on time and under budget while consolidating tooling and reducing cost.
-Owned full lifecycle delivery (discovery → config → QA → deployment), coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and technical contributors.
-Processed 15+ tickets/month while improving system usability through targeted enhancements based on

Brainstorm. logoBR

Solutions Architect

Feb 2024 - Nov 2024 (9 months)

-Led discovery and architecture design across multiple clients, translating complex business processes into scalable Salesforce solutions.
-Facilitated real-time process mapping sessions, accelerating stakeholder alignment and reducing rework during delivery.
-Owned end-to-end solution design, ensuring alignment between requirements, architecture, and phased release execution.
-Recruited and influ

AllCloud logoAL

Solutions Architect

May 2023 - Dec 2023 (7 months)

-Accelerated delivery speed by 30% by redesigning implementation workflows and improving cross-functional collaboration.
-Translated complex enterprise requirements into actionable system architectures, reducing ambiguity and improving build quality.
-Delivered high-quality design artifacts (requirements, architecture docs) that enabled predictable execution across teams.

Crowe logoCR

Senior Solution Architect

Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 (3 months)

• Executed a hub-and-spoke model for a home improvement client, leading a team in implementing a pre-designed Salesforce architecture.
• Spearheaded client meetings and made adjustments based on client feedback to ensure project success.
• Developed internal resources on best practices through Slack updates and collaborated on team-building initiatives.
• Completed the Scrum Product Owner co

Salesforce logoSA

Program Manager

Feb 2022 - Jan 2023 (11 months)

• Oversaw global communications for the Marketing Cloud group, managing over 70 initiatives.
• Achieved 13 Salesforce Certifications, enhancing expertise and value to the team.
• Established and grew the #ALL-CAPS-TYPING Slack channel to over 2,000 members, fostering community engagement.
• Led team-wide volunteer activities, raising over $22K for CMNH Rainbow Babies and Children’s through E

Salesforce logoSA

Solution Architect

Jan 2020 - Feb 2022 (2 years 1 month)

• Designed and implemented innovative solutions across Financial Services, Public Utilities, and Market Research sectors, achieving a 5/5 customer satisfaction rating.
• Awarded "Customer Value Delivered" in FY21 for exceptional project contributions and client engagement.
• Attained multiple Salesforce certifications and recognized as a Certified Trailhead Guide, enhancing team knowledge and

NuAge Experts logoNE

Senior Solutions Consultant

Aug 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 5 months)

• Provide innovative solutions for small to medium-sized clients, managing the entire project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop system architecture, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Organized the Extra Life charity event, raising over $5,000 for Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.
• Hold multiple Salesforce certifications, including Field Service Lig

Acumen Solutions logoAS

Senior Consultant II, Technology Center

Mar 2013 - Aug 2018 (5 years 5 months)

• Led the creation and management of an internal Innovation Team, generating over $1.3MM in new business within the first year.
• Spearheaded the acquisition of $20,000+ in assets for the Innovation Lab, enhancing company-wide capabilities.
• Provided comprehensive Salesforce project support for diverse clients, ensuring successful project lifecycles and internal support.

Not So Sterne Photography logoNP

Co-Founder

Jan 2011 - Jan 2017 (6 years)

Available for hire upon request.

•Specialized in portrait and engagement photography. Also do landscape and nature photography.
•Worked on basic video capture and post production video work such as time-lapses and interview videos.
•Work has been seen in publications such as Urbanite Baltimore, the Hollywood on the Potomac blog, Ripken Baseball, and professional corporate literatures.
•Awarde

The Photowalk Alliance logoTA

Co-Founder

Mar 2011 - Jan 2015 (3 years 10 months)

Co-founded a local photowalk group that has:

•Traveled to several locations in the Baltimore/Washington and San Francisco areas.
•Acquired sponsorships from five companies.
•Worked with Yelp and Google for advertising.
•Provided a robust set of SM analytics to our sponsors.
•Worked out agreements with locations to provide exclusive access.
•Developed an engaged online community of participants.

The Innovation Games Company logoTC

Marketing and Sales Associate

Mar 2012 - Sep 2012 (6 months)

• Drove growth and engagement through social media, doubling Twitter followers and Facebook likes.
• Increased scheduled training events by 400% year-over-year while maintaining profitability.
• Developed and managed the "Playcamp" initiative, fostering collaboration within the Serious Games community.

Prometric logoPR

Associate Project Manager

Apr 2010 - Feb 2012 (1 year 10 months)

• Managed capital and expense investments up to $13MM for software development and infrastructure projects.
• Directed a team of 4 interns on a large-scale market research initiative to support marketing efforts.
• Facilitated communication among stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful delivery of customer-inspired solutions.

Under Armour logoUA

Production Planner II (Outdoor)

May 2009 - Nov 2009 (6 months)

•Actively managed and bought all Outdoor, Glove, and Sock product for the company.
•Managed 15 factories in total across 2 continents.
•Managed the Direct Ship process for all factories from the Production side.
•Worked closely with the Outdoor and Logistics groups to expedite products as needed.

Under Armour logoUA

Production Planner

Sep 2007 - May 2009 (1 year 8 months)

•Ordered from 10 factories, including 2 of the 3 vendors of the Licensee products.
•Assisted with SAP database material upkeep as needed.
•Responsible for managing Under Armour's inaugural Direct Ship program from the planning side.

Abercrombie & Fitch logoAF

Part Time Impact

Nov 2003 - May 2007 (3 years 6 months)

• Assisted manager with organization of stockroom.
• Assisted with preparation and delivery of Floorsets.
• Helped maintain visual standards.
• Helped facilitate a reduction in shrink rate in Ithaca store by 4.5%
• Processed shipments and transfers.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

IC

Ithaca College

Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Admin (Marketing)

2003 - 2007

Minored in Outdoor Recreation.

Ithaca College logoIC

Ithaca College

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

2003 - 2007

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing, and minored in Outdoor Recreation.

JS

James Madison High School

HS Diploma

1999 - 2003

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