Maia Valkanov

About Maia Valkanov

I bring 14 years of experience across business development, sales, account management, and project leadership in both domestic and international markets. My background spans the Automotive and IT sectors, with a strong focus on Modern Workplace solutions, SaaS adoption, strategic sales initiatives, and long-term client partnerships. Throughout my career, I’ve managed high-value portfolios, generated significant new business in competitive environments, supported SaaS implementations, and collaborated cross-functionally to deliver measurable growth. I’ve had the privilege of working with national dealer networks, global OEM brands, and technology partners. I value each experience as it has strengthened my ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, navigate thru challenges mindfully, and drive meaningful results. As a Subject Matter Expert within my industries, I combine strong decision-making, structured execution, and clear communication to move initiatives forward. I’m comfortable leading projects, presenting to senior stakeholders, managing pipeline performance, and identifying strategic opportunities that increase retention and revenue. What motivates me most is building trusted, lasting partnerships. I believe growth happens when curiosity, collaboration, and accountability come together. I enjoy bringing structure to fast-paced environments, solving challenges thoughtfully, and contributing to cultures where integrity, teamwork, and high standards drive success. I’m enthusiastic to connect with professionals who value impact, innovation, and meaningful growth.

Experience

1. Modern Workplace Solutions Specialist, Microsoft Cloud

   Ingram Micro

   Nov 2019 — Present · Buffalo, NY, US

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business, Marketing and Spanish

• Oklahoma State University

  Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep

• Microsoft

  Certificate, Microsoft 365 Certified, Fundamentals

• 405 Yoga OKC

  Certificate, 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training, RYT 200

Skills

• Sales Management
• Sales Process
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Social Media Marketing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Outlook
• Salesforce.com
• Microsoft Publisher
• Sales Operations
• Customer Retention
• Dealer Management
• Crm
• Training
• New Business Development
• Management
• Mappoint
• Customer Support
• Sales Process Development
• Spanish
• Sales Process Implementation
• Account Management
• Project Management
• Ms Word
• Business Process Improvement
• Access
• Team Leadership
• Ms Publisher
• Automobile
• Analytical Skills
• Prezi
• Marketing
• Ibm Iseries
• Adobe
• As400
• Excel
• Profit
• Dealers
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)