Jon Allen

Jon Allen is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in creating, growing, and selling disruptive concepts into new markets. He currently sits on the board of Graide, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing commercial and marketing strategies. Jon is an entrepreneurial sales expert with a strong background in digital sales, social selling, lead generation, CRM optimization, and strategic account development.

With a proven track record in generating new business through effective lead generation, pipeline nurturing, and strategic negotiation, Jon excels in cultivating relationships with key decision-makers. He is well-versed in sales process automation tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator and HubSpot CRM. Jon's expertise also extends to new business management, customer relationship management, and curated introductions.

Jon Allen holds a 2:2 Ba Hons Geography degree from Durham University and has also studied at King Edward's School Birmingham. His professional journey includes notable roles such as Commercial Director at Graide, Digital Sales Consultant at various organizations, Director at White Whales, Co-Founder at Enploy Ltd, and Founder & Managing Director at Front Up Rugby, among others.

Driven by a passion for helping businesses succeed, Jon is always open to discussing how he can add value to your business. Whether over a cup of coffee or a round of golf, Jon's expertise and experience make him a valuable asset in driving business growth and strategic development.