Penelope Thompson is an accomplished professional in solution engineering with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as an Instructor at PreSales Academy, Penelope has previously held significant positions, including Vice President of North America Solution Engineering at OneTrust, where responsibilities included revamping the hiring process and creating enablement programs. Penelope's tenure at Salesforce spanned over a decade, culminating in the role of Vice President of Solutions Specialists; achievements included enhancing team engagement and training for substantial sales growth. Earlier roles include Principal Sales Consultant at Oracle and key positions at Hyperion and Brio Software, focusing on product strategy and sales support. Penelope holds a BA in German and a Certificate in Teaching of English as a Foreign Language from California State University, Chico.