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Providence, RI, USA

Eric Z.

Elevating Customer Support Into Strategic Success

As a Customer Success leader, Eric Zelman excels at laying the foundations of exceptional customer service functions, thriving in the pivotal early stages. With a knack for assembling and guiding top-tier teams, he transforms customer support from a mere function into a strategic asset. Eric's journey is characterized by a unique blend of strategy formulation and hands-on team development, always with an eye on elevating customer experiences and business outcomes. His approach is not just about solving problems—it's about foreseeing them and crafting solutions that not only satisfy but also delight.
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Experience

Sep 2021 — Jun 2025
Bigtincan

Bigtincan

Vice President of Customer Support

Bigtincan provides AI-powered revenue effectiveness solutions for field-selling teams.

  • Achieved 93%+ CSAT across enterprise support cases, including complex API integrations.
  • Partnered with Product, Engineering, and Customer Success teams to resolve issues and improve customer implementation processes.
Sep 2012 — Sep 2021
Bigtincan

Bigtincan

Senior Director of Customer Support

  • Delivered 1:1 and group training to accelerate onboarding and reduce support volume.
  • Directed support for both cloud and on-prem deployments, ensuring seamless integrations.
  • Rolled out Salesforce Service Cloud, streamlining operations and improving visibility into KPIs.
May 2011 — Jul 2012
Apperian, Inc.

Apperian, Inc.

Support Engineer

Apperian App Management is a mobile application management platform that secures app delivery for enterprises.

  • Supported onboarding and training across iOS and Android app lifecycle tools.
  • Built and launched a Salesforce-based support portal, improving resolution workflows and CX.
  • Guided enterprise provisioning best practices to accelerate customer deployments.
Sep 2009 — May 2011
Hewlett-Packard

Hewlett-Packard

Territory Manager, Palm GBU

HPE is a global platform-as-a-service company helping businesses in digital transformation.

  • Led field operations across 400+ retail locations during Palm’s integration with HP.
  • Built carrier partnerships with Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T to expand channel presence.
  • Improved product visibility and in-store conversion through education and outreach.
Aug 2006 — Jul 2009
Alliance Imaging

Alliance Imaging

Account Executive

Akumin provides advanced imaging and oncology services through its network of centers and partnerships with hospitals.

  • Drove 15% YoY growth in scan volume through clinical education and targeted campaigns.
  • Opened a new imaging facility in Mashpee, MA and developed regional marketing materials.
  • Strengthened hospital relationships, increasing referrals and service consistency.
Oct 2004 — Feb 2006
Apple

Apple

Account Executive

Apple is a global technology company known for its consumer electronics and software services.

  • Delivered $22.3M in cumulative sales, achieving 28% unit and 16% revenue growth.
  • Expanded Apple adoption into affiliated hospitals and academic medical centers.
  • Led seminars and product trials to drive growth in fMRI and high performance research computing.
Sep 1999 — Oct 2004
Apple

Apple

Systems Engineer

  • Designed proofs of concept and led technical sales processes for major institutions.
  • Earned Sales Club honors (2002–2004) and mentored junior engineers.
Aug 1997 — Mar 1998
UNICOM

UNICOM

Systems Engineer

Unicom provides IT solutions to corporate, education, government, and healthcare clients in New England.

  • Delivered pre-sales technical consulting for UNICOM and Apple.
  • Provided Macintosh integration support in the education market.
  • Established relationships with 3rd party vendors to add value to Apple-based solutions.
Dec 1996 — Aug 1997
Brown University

Brown University

Consultant/Analyst

Brown University is a leading research university focused on student-centered learning.

  • Tested and documented software for 2500 Macintosh computers at the university.
  • Advised senior staff on Macintosh purchasing and integration.