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Antonio Sierra
Co-founder / VP of Customer Success at Gigwell
Antonio Sierra is a seasoned entrepreneur and customer success leader who co-founded Gigwell (YC W16), a company that provides tools for live entertainers, speakers, and booking agents to maximize revenue, time, and efficiency.1
Professional Background
Antonio has over 8 years of experience in customer success, specializing in onboarding, adoption, and retention. He currently serves as the Co-founder and VP of Customer Success at Gigwell, a position he has held since 2013.1 Gigwell is a digital booking platform that has facilitated over $3 billion in gigs for various entertainment professionals.3
Education and Skills
Antonio holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication with a Minor in Marketing from the University of Central Florida, which he completed in 2005.1 He is also an alumnus of Y Combinator, having participated in the Winter 2016 batch (YC W16).
Career History
Before co-founding Gigwell, Antonio's career spanned various roles in the entertainment and sports industries:
- Marketing Director at The DJ List Inc (2011-2013)
- Marketing Director at Vessel, RHS Partners (2009-2011)
- Tennis Professional at California Tennis Club (2006-2009)
- Tennis Professional at East Hampton Indoor Tennis (2003)
- Marketing Coordinator and Special Events Manager at The DJ List (2002)1
Expertise
Antonio is known for his strong technical background and exceptional communication skills, which allow him to effectively convey product details to customers. His expertise in building strong customer relationships by understanding their needs and crafting tailored solutions has been crucial to Gigwell's success.
At Gigwell, Antonio plays a key role in shaping the company's customer success strategies and contributing to its growth in the live event booking industry.23