Steve Kilisky

Steve Kilisky is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the technology and wine industries. Until recently, he served as a Principal Customer Success Manager at Adobe, where he worked for over 28 years in various roles.1

Career Highlights

Adobe Experience: Steve's tenure at Adobe was marked by significant achievements:

• As a Principal Customer Success Manager, he partnered with Adobe's largest enterprise customers to optimize workflows and usage of Adobe solutions.1
• He managed a $30M+ book of business, excelling at mitigating renewal risk and driving growth.1
• Steve played a key role in driving the evolution of Adobe Creative & Document Cloud platforms through customer advocacy.1
• He was a leader on the Academy Award-winning team that developed Adobe After Effects motion graphics software.1

Wine Industry Involvement: In recent years, Steve has been transitioning his focus towards the wine industry:

• He is currently a Contributing Writer for Sip Magazine, specializing in stories about people, wine regions, and grape varietals.1
• Steve has worked as a Wine Consultant for Flow Wine Group, serving as a Brand Ambassador for various wine brands.1
• He holds a Certificate in Wine Business Management from Sonoma State University.1

Skills and Passions

Steve is known for:

• His ability to connect with others and build effective relationships
• Combining creative talents with a data-driven mindset
• A passion for reducing friction in customer experiences
• Continuous learning and seeking new challenges

Current Focus

As of September 2024, Steve is dedicated to expanding awareness and growth of wines from the Pacific Northwest, based in Walla Walla, Washington.1 He's exploring opportunities to contribute to the success of winegrowers and winemakers in Washington State, leveraging his extensive experience in customer success and his passion for the wine industry.1