Andrea Zurek

Andrea Zurek is a seasoned professional with over 16 years of sales experience in print and Internet advertising industries.

She is currently a Founding Partner at XG Ventures and previously held various managerial roles at Google, focusing on direct sales and agency training.

During her time at Google, Andrea managed the West Coast sales region, leading a team of over 30 salespeople with annual bookings exceeding $100 million.

She was instrumental in securing over 200 new business deals across various verticals and establishing partnerships with major companies like eBay, Wal-Mart, and CNet.

Andrea holds a BA in English and an MBA in Marketing from Santa Clara University, where she is actively involved in various boards and committees.

Outside of her professional career, Andrea has a fervor for Italian automobiles, cooking, and even obtained her professional racing license to partake in competitive racing series.

Her specialties include direct sales, negotiation, management, and advertising agency knowledge, with expertise across several vertical industries.

Andrea Zurek was recognized in the 2009 Top 40 Under 40 by the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal for her outstanding contributions to the business community.