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Melody Younghusband

Mount Hawthorn,WA

Summary

At Stardata, I have spent over a decade building and strengthening client relationships within managed services, driving long-term loyalty and retention. My approach combines proactive communication with strategic consulting to ensure solutions consistently align with customer goals and deliver measurable value. I have contributed directly to sales growth across a diverse portfolio, while maintaining a top-tier Net Promoter Score (NPS) that reflects exceptional client satisfaction. By working closely with cross-functional teams, I have helped design and deliver solutions that not only improve customer outcomes but also reinforce Stardata’s reputation for excellence and reliability.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Enterprise Account Manager

Stardata
07.2020 - Current

Consistently exceeded sales targets, achieving 134% of annual target in the last financial year.

  • Build and nurture strong, long-term customer relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders.
  • Align account strategies with customer business goals to drive continuous value and growth opportunities.
  • Identify and understand strategic business needs while managing day-to-day operations to ensure smooth delivery.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise time-to-benefit, accelerating value realisation for customers.
  • Proactively identify and resolve potential technical or operational issues, minimising risk and improving customer outcomes.
  • Deliver a consistently high level of customer experience by balancing strategic account planning with operational excellence.

Business Development Manager

Stardata
05.2009 - 07.2020
  • Consistently achieved annual sales targets through strategic prospecting, demand generation, and closing activities.
  • Drove full sales lifecycle from identifying opportunities to securing new business and expanding existing accounts.
  • Developed and delivered tailored presentations, proposals, and quotations to meet client needs and highlight value.
  • Built and maintained a robust pipeline of qualified leads, ensuring consistent revenue growth.
  • Expanded customer base by establishing targeted sales strategies and pursuing new market opportunities.
  • Strengthened client relationships through ongoing engagement, up-selling, and delivering customer-focused solutions.

Channel Partner Manager

Commsplus Distribution (previously Samsung Communications)
09.2002 - 06.2008
  • Managed Channel Partners across Sydney and Perth, while also driving direct Enterprise sales.
  • Acted as Product SME, recruiting and enabling Partners within the Samsung ecosystem.
  • Negotiated pricing, closed deals, and liaised between vendors and Partners to ensure smooth collaboration.
  • Delivered product demonstrations, presentations, and training, enabling technical and sales accreditations.
  • Monitored sales trends, produced forecasts, and provided insights to drive growth.
  • Resolved product-related issues directly with Samsung to support customer success.

Channel Partner Manager

Crane Telecommunications
02.1996 - 06.2002
  • Built and managed strategic partnerships to expand channel sales and market reach.
  • Analysed market trends to identify growth opportunities and target new markets.
  • Delivered product training, demos, and enablement programs to boost partner sales performance.
  • Negotiated contracts and developed incentive programs, driving profitability and motivation.
  • Streamlined onboarding and conducted regular performance/business reviews to improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated joint partner events to strengthen relationships and showcase capabilities.
  • Provided ongoing partner support, resolving issues quickly and maintaining alignment with company goals.

Education

Business Literacy -

International Certifications For Business
Cape Town, South Africa
08-1992

High School Diploma -

Rhodes High School
Cape Town, South Africa
12-1990

Skills

  • Effective sales presentations
  • Strategic account management
  • Partnership-focused mindset
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • Fortinet NSE Sales
  • Mitel Telephony Accreditation
  • RingCentral Sales Accreditation
  • Meraki Platform and Products
  • Microsoft Sales Specialisation
  • Tru Methods VCIO and Account Management
  • Miller Heiman Sales Methodology

Timeline

Enterprise Account Manager

Stardata
07.2020 - Current

Business Development Manager

Stardata
05.2009 - 07.2020

Channel Partner Manager

Commsplus Distribution (previously Samsung Communications)
09.2002 - 06.2008

Channel Partner Manager

Crane Telecommunications
02.1996 - 06.2002

Business Literacy -

International Certifications For Business

High School Diploma -

Rhodes High School
Melody Younghusband