Eric Maida is a high-impact Enterprise Sales Executive with over a decade of experience driving revenue growth, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering client-centric solutions across the learning technology and enterprise software industries. Throughout his career, Eric has been recognized for his ability to exceed expectations, navigate complex buying landscapes, and lead initiatives that translate business needs into scalable outcomes.
Currently serving as Director of Enterprise Sales at Harvard Business Publishing Corporate Learning, Eric collaborates with leading global organizations to align learning strategies with business goals. His role centers around building trust-based relationships with C-level stakeholders, delivering tailored learning solutions, and contributing to Harvard Business Publishing’s mission of fostering leadership and capability development at scale. His approach is rooted in deep industry insight, consultative selling, and a commitment to driving measurable impact for client organizations.
Previously, Eric held sales leadership roles at Degreed, Area9 Lyceum, and EdCast, where he consistently led go-to-market efforts and enabled international expansion across North America, Europe, and Asia. At these organizations, he helped define value propositions that resonated across diverse industries, cultivated long-term enterprise relationships, and mentored emerging sales talent. Eric is known for his ability to synthesize market trends, articulate business value, and execute collaborative sales strategies that drive customer success and organizational growth.
A versatile sales leader, Eric brings a holistic perspective to the sales process—from pipeline development and stakeholder alignment to contract negotiation and cross-functional team collaboration. He thrives in dynamic environments, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and contributes to internal operational excellence by championing best practices and innovative approaches to enterprise engagement.
Eric earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, equipping him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic planning. Based in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, he is effective in both remote and in-person engagements and is passionate about cultivating high-performing teams and customer-centric cultures.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Eric leads an active lifestyle and enjoys skiing, golfing, and wakeboarding. He is a member of Phi Kappa Alpha and actively supports the Alzheimer’s Association. Eric is now exploring board and advisory opportunities, where he can bring his strategic insight, leadership capabilities, and passion for innovation to organizations seeking to elevate their market position and unlock new growth.
Character: Eric is a relationship-first leader who builds trust through integrity, resilience, and a commitment to long-term client success.
Knowledge: He possesses deep expertise in enterprise sales, learning technologies, and global go-to-market strategies developed across 12+ years of high-performance experience.
Strategic: Eric consistently exceeds revenue goals by aligning tailored solutions with business objectives, using structured methodologies like the Challenger Sale and strategic account planning.
Communication: He excels at engaging C-level stakeholders through clear, consultative dialogue, persuasive presentations, and collaborative cross-functional alignment.
