Hi, I'm Ivan Heneghan - π Award-Winning Tech Strategy & Operations Leader π Helps tech companies scale π 15+ years building business functions & teams for Workday, Facebook, Instagram, Google 𧩠Culture-carrier π€ Motivational speaker
I'm driven by building and scaling high-performing functions from scratch, blending engineering rigor with strategic vision. I thrive in challenging, ambiguous roles where I can make a tangible impact and cultivate culture.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Grew Google's AdSense EMEA SMB business to over $500M ARR.
Established Workday's global sales development strategy function.
Can advise on building and scaling sales development, operations, and analytics functions.
π Career trajectory
Foundation in Tech Giants
Developed foundational experience in sales, operations, and analytics at Google and Facebook, driving significant revenue and innovation.
β¦ Google
β¦ Facebook
β¦ SaaS
β¦ AdTech
Scaling Global Functions at Workday
Led the strategic development and scaling of Workday's international sales development, analytics, and operations functions.
β¦ Workday
β¦ SaaS
β¦ Global Operations
β¦ Team Leadership
Independent Strategic Advisor
Transitioned to independent consulting, applying expertise to diverse startups and businesses seeking growth.
β¦ Consulting
β¦ Strategy
β¦ Business Growth
β¦ Startups
Current Role in Revenue Operations
Now focusing on revenue operations and customer growth within a scaling tech environment.
β¦ Personio
β¦ Revenue Operations
β¦ Customer Success
β¦ Scaling
πͺπ» Superpowers
Revenue Engine Architect
Building and scaling sales development and operations functions for hyper-growth tech companies.
β¦ Grew Google's AdSense EMEA SMB business to over $500M ARR.
β¦ Pioneered global ad operations strategies, increasing ROI by 50%.
β¦ Established Workday's global sales development strategy function.
Culture Champion & Leader
Fostering high-performing teams through a supportive, intelligent, and analytical leadership style.
β¦ Recognized culture-carrier, known for a caring and supportive approach.
β¦ Awarded for outstanding performance and innovation (Google Luminary, Workday Yoda).
β¦ Skilled in mentoring, coaching, and public speaking to inspire teams.
Strategic Operations Innovator
Transforming business operations and analytics with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset.
β¦ Built revolutionary ad operations for Facebook/Instagram, creating multi-million dollar ARR.
β¦ Orchestrated bespoke ad targeting services and outsourcing partnerships.
β¦ Applies engineering discipline to strategic, operational challenges.
I'm excited about
β¦ Connecting with visionary leaders in scaling tech companies.
β¦ Discovering innovative approaches to revenue generation and operational efficiency.
β¦ Exploring opportunities to contribute to high-impact, challenging projects.
I can help with
β¦ Advising on building and scaling sales development, operations, and analytics functions.
β¦ Sharing best practices for revenue growth and operational excellence in tech.
β¦ Providing strategic insights on go-to-market strategies and team leadership.
I would love your help on
β¦ Introductions to leaders in rapidly scaling B2B SaaS companies.
β¦ Insights into emerging trends in AI and its application in revenue operations.
β¦ Opportunities to collaborate on projects that redefine business functions.