MEGAN McCOWN ARDOIN
Lafayette
Summary
Scientifically trained sales leader with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Chemistry and completed pre-med coursework before transitioning into education and then SaaS sales leadership. I combine clinical fluency, strategic selling, and enablement expertise to drive adoption of complex solutions, influence decision makers, and build scalable revenue systems. My background enables me to translate technical concepts into actionable decisions for stakeholders, onboard and educate users, and build territory-based sales motions. Now pursuing leadership-track roles in medical device, diagnostics, or specialty pharmaceutical sales where clinical communication, differentiated value messaging, and product utilization drive success.
Qualified [Desired Position] with proven track record in driving revenue growth and leading high-performing sales teams. Successfully implemented strategic sales initiatives that resulted in significant market expansion. Demonstrated expertise in building strong client relationships and leveraging market insights to optimize sales strategies.
Experienced with strategic sales planning, consistently identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities. Utilizes data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive sales performance. Track record of cultivating strong client relationships and leading teams to achieve ambitious sales targets.
Sales leader with proven ability to drive revenue growth and enhance team performance. Expertise in sales strategy, client relationship management, and market analysis. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Known for leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Sales professional with commitment to excellence and history of delivering impactful results. Extensive experience in developing and executing sales strategies that align with business objectives. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and adapting to dynamic market conditions. Proficient in client relationship management and strategic planning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sales
SchoolMint
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Led the Account Executive organization responsible for multiple product lines and go-to-market alignment.
- Integrated AI-driven workflows to improve forecasting accuracy, outbound efficiency, and messaging relevance.
- Designed and implemented enablement programs that increased win rates and reduced seller ramp time.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Product, Revenue Operations, and Marketing to align sales motion with buyer priorities.
Manager, Mid-Market Sales
SchoolMint
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Increased team production 23.54% in six months through territory refinement, skills coaching, and KPI redesign.
- Closed $622K in personal bookings while leading team execution and managing pipeline rigor.
- Standardized deal progression, qualification frameworks, and accountability systems across the team.
Account Executive
SchoolMint
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Achieved 119% of annual quota, leading full-cycle sales from discovery to negotiation and close.
- Delivered product education that improved customer utilization and multi-product adoption.
- Promoted to Team Lead based on measurable sales performance and influence.
Business Development Representative
SchoolMint
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Exceeded annual outbound quota in five months, generating pipeline that materially contributed to annual bookings.
- Piloted new messaging strategies that expanded total addressable market and improved response rates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Chemistry (Dual Major)
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LASkills
- Clinical-Style Product Education & Adoption
- Territory & Regional Sales Leadership
- Consultative, Science-Backed Selling
- AI-Enabled Sales Workflows & Forecasting
- Executive-Level Stakeholder Engagement
- Team Leadership, Coaching & Enablement
- Full-Cycle Sales Strategy & Pipeline Ownership
- Behavior Change Communication & Decision Influence
- Sales training and leadership
- Revenue growth
- Sales funnel management
- Deal closing
- Sales team training
- Pipeline development
- Sales process optimization
- Territory management
- Sales coaching
- Key account targeting
- Sales presentations
- Sales software proficiency
- Trade show representation
- Revenue forecasting
- Competitive analysis
- Cold calling
- Sales reporting
- Client acquisition
- Marketing campaign analysis
Websites
Timeline
Director of Sales
SchoolMint
01.2023 - 01.2025
Manager, Mid-Market Sales
SchoolMint
01.2022 - 01.2023
Account Executive
SchoolMint
01.2021 - 01.2022
Business Development Representative
SchoolMint
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology & Chemistry (Dual Major)
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
HONOR SOCIETIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
Progressive promotion path: BDR → AE → Team Lead → Manager → Director, Surpassed quota consistently as both individual contributor and leader, 4× District Coach of the Year; State All-Star Coach, Recognized for leadership, communication, and operational precision
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
- Science Educator & Coach — Louisiana Schools | 2011–2020 and Anatomy
- building mastery through simplification of complex scientific concepts — foundational to provider-facing medical sales communication.
- Coached high-performing athletics teams, reinforcing accountability, performance discipline, and behavior change — competencies that mirror territory adoption and clinician onboarding.