Lauren Secrest

Vice President

Greater Chicago Area

About

I'm a driven and versatile professional with a strong background in SaaS, eCommerce, and enterprise software, where I’ve built a career managing client relationships, driving cross-functional projects, and delivering strategic business outcomes. As a consistent top performer and President’s Club winner, I’ve earned recognition not just for exceeding revenue goals, but for building long-term client partnerships and guiding organizations through complex digital transformations. I excel at creating structure in fast-moving environments, aligning cross-functional teams, and driving execution with clarity and integrity.

Experience

  • Vice President at Digital Grain Elevator, Inc.
    Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

  • Senior Enterprise Sales Executive at Rithum
    Jul 2013 - Present · 13 yrs 1 mo

    Rithum (f.k.a ChannelAdvisor/CommerceHub/DSCO) is a leading provider of cloud-based e-commerce solutions that enable retailers and manufacturers to increase the scale and profitability of their global sales through dozens of online channels including Amazon, Google, eBay, Facebook, and more. Through automation, analytics, and optimization, Rithum leverages a single inventory feed to more efficiently list and advertise products online, connecting suppliers with shoppers to increase sales. Billions of dollars in sales are driven through Rithum every year, and thousands of customers depend on Rithum to substantially grow their businesses. As a Senior Enterprise Account Executive at Rithum, I partner with brands and retailers to streamline their multi-channel commerce operations through enterprise eCommerce software. I specialize in helping clients grow their marketplace presence, optimize digital strategies, and unlock operational efficiencies. • President’s Club Winner – Recognized for consistently exceeding revenue goals and delivering strong client outcomes • Manage complex sales cycles across mid-market and enterprise segments, with a focus on consultative selling and long-term value creation • Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, guiding them through platform integrations, data automation, and marketplace expansion (Amazon, Walmart, Target+, etc.) • Collaborate cross-functionally with implementation, product, and customer success teams to ensure smooth onboarding and retention • Trusted with high-visibility accounts and expansion opportunities due to strong client rapport and execution consistency

  • Sears Holdings Corporation ()
    • Senior Business Development Manager
      Oct 2012 - Jun 2013 · 9 mos

    • Business Development Manager
      Nov 2009 - Oct 2012 · 3 yrs

  • Account Manager at GelScrubs
    Mar 2009 - Nov 2009 · 9 mos

  • Regional Sales Consultant at Allstate Financial
    Sep 2005 - Mar 2009 · 3 yrs 7 mos