Amanda Rice
About Amanda Rice
Amanda Rice serves as the Director of Sales at brightwheel and has extensive experience in sales leadership roles across various companies, including Schoology and PowerSchool. She has a strong track record of driving revenue growth and implementing effective sales strategies in multiple industries.
Current Role at Brightwheel
Amanda Rice serves as the Director of Sales at Brightwheel, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing sales strategies and initiatives within the company. Her leadership aims to drive revenue growth and enhance the company's market presence in the early childhood education sector. Brightwheel focuses on providing innovative solutions for childcare providers, and Rice's expertise is integral to achieving the company's sales objectives.
Previous Experience at Schoology
Amanda Rice has extensive experience at Schoology, where she held multiple roles from 2015 to 2019. She started as a Sales Manager and progressed to Senior Director of Sales Operations and Enablement. During her tenure, she played a crucial role in scaling the company's revenue from $12 million to $35 million, contributing to a significant acquisition. Her work at Schoology showcased her ability to drive sales growth and operational efficiency in the EdTech sector.
Professional Background
Amanda Rice's professional background includes various leadership positions across multiple industries. She worked at PowerSchool Group LLC as Senior Director of Sales from 2019 to 2021, contributing to the company's IPO success by enhancing revenue through the Inside Sales Team. Additionally, she served as VP of Sales at Anvyl from 2021 to 2023, where she addressed product-market fit challenges and influenced the company's go-to-market strategy.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Rice studied at Union College from 2002 to 2006, where she obtained her degree. Her educational foundation supports her extensive expertise in driving revenue strategy and implementing sales processes across various sectors, including EdTech, supply chain technology, health, and MarTech. Rice's adaptability in navigating both early-stage growth and large corporate environments has been a significant factor in her career success.
Achievements in Sales Leadership
Throughout her career, Amanda Rice has demonstrated a proven track record in sales leadership. Her contributions to scaling revenue at Schoology and enhancing PowerSchool's valuation through strategic sales initiatives highlight her effectiveness in driving growth. Rice's ability to identify market challenges and implement solutions has been instrumental in her roles, particularly in the EdTech and technology sectors.