Favorite Parts Of Working In The Produce Industry As A Vice President Of Sales
David, a VP of Sales at ProducePay, clarified that "I don't know that I enjoy necessarily the finance industry," but finds value in the deep operational understanding gained from working with companies. This allows for insightful learning about "what works, what doesn't," informing David's ability to identify successful companies and areas for improvement, a skill honed through specialized roles in media and now produce.
Finance Industry, Business Operations, Industry Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Executive Leadership
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Job Title
Company
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David Bensimon
VP Sales
ProducePay
Usc
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Business Management & Admin
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Sales and Client Management
Video Highlights
1. Working in finance allows for deep understanding of partner companies' operations.
2. Exposure to a variety of industries and roles within finance provides a broad skill set.
3. The ability to identify successful companies and areas for improvement is a key skill developed in this field.
Transcript
"David, what do you enjoy most about being in the finance industry?"
I don't necessarily enjoy the finance industry. I know that I'm good at it.
The different companies and roles I've had have been very specialty-focused on specific industries, previously media and currently produce.
I think when you work in a finance company, especially one tied into the day-to-day operations and successes of the companies you work with, you get to learn about them on a really deep level. All the companies we work with, we know their operations intimately. We get to see behind the curtains—what works, what doesn't.
It's a really good way to understand and conceptualize what it takes to be successful as one of these companies. It helps you know what to look for when identifying the right ones and, perhaps, ones that have areas for improvement.
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