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Chris O'Connor

Chris O'Connor

Sales leader and coach specializing in account and sales development

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
Joined August 2025

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Chris O'Connor is a dedicated sales leader and coach, currently serving as Director of Account Management at Ambition. He has progressed through various leadership roles within Ambition since 2020, focusing on sales development and account management. His expertise lies in using technology and gamification to drive sales performance, motivate teams, and achieve business outcomes, a philosophy often showcased in his public appearances and writings for Ambition. theorg+3
With a strong background in international studies and business, Chris brings a unique global perspective to his sales leadership. His early career included serving as a Small Business Development Advisor in the Peace Corps in Burkina Faso and studying International Trade and Commerce in China, experiences he credits with shaping his ability to communicate and work with diverse groups. theorg+1
Chris is a proponent of setting achievable goals and leveraging gamification, drawing parallels from NFL Fantasy, to foster motivation and continuous improvement within sales teams. He emphasizes structured coaching, data-driven insights, and creating a culture of positive accountability and encouragement, advocating for smaller milestones to build confidence and drive sustained success. youtube+2

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Played collegiate soccer on a scholarship. youtube

Enjoys travel, having visited China and served in the Peace Corps in Burkina Faso, which shaped his people skills. youtube

Has a strong interest in NFL Fantasy, which he connects to and uses for gamification in sales coaching. youtube+1