Hannah W.

About Hannah W.

As a senior leader in business strategy and development, I specialize in delivering complex, high-value solutions that drive strategic transformation for global organizations. In my current role leading Large Deal Development for the Americas at Verizon, I lead a team overseeing early stage major engagements that help clients reimagine their business models, enhance operational resilience, and unlock sustainable growth.My career has been defined by a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and measurable impact. My focus has remained consistent: delivering meaningful outcomes through strategic partnership, technology leadership, and a deep understanding of client needs.Verizon’s core values—integrity, passion, authenticity, community, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence—closely align with my own. These principles guide not only how I lead business engagements, but also how I mentor and support the next generation of professionals, especially women in sales and technology. I am passionate about advancing equity and representation, and I actively coach and champion emerging talent across the industry.Beyond my role at Verizon, I have served as Chair of the Board for Simply Limitless, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving community health and wellbeing.Academically, I earned an Executive MBA with Distinction from Hult International Business School and was named a Hodges Scholar, placing in the top 1% of my global graduating class. I was also recognized as ‘Best Woman in Business Development 2020’ at the Women in Sales Awards (WISA), a reflection of my dedication to both commercial excellence and leadership in the field.

Experience

1. Associate Director - Business Strategy

   Verizon

   Apr 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Leading large deal development for The Americas.

Education

• University of Portsmouth

  Economics BSc

  2008 — 2011

• Hult International Business School

  Executive MBA, Business