Dania Eter, DBA

Trailblazer
DISC Type : ID

Sr. Portfolio Strategy, Global Certifications & Curriculums at Autodesk

United States

Overview

Dania is a results-driven executive with over two decades of experience in education services and program management, specializing in global training and certification strategy. An alumna of Georgia State Universitys J. Mack Robinson College of Business, she is described by colleagues as an expert, visionary leader, passionate, and self-driven.

Her academic pursuits and professional life are deeply intertwined, highlighted by her role as a Research Associate at the Robinson College of Business Center of Engaged Scholarship. This reflects a commitment to bridging academic theory with practical industry application, focusing on people development and quality.

She is at the forefront of discussing how AI is influencing and transforming the testing and assessment industry.

Personality Overview

Persuasive

Friendly But Fast

Charismatic

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.  A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them. They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.

Topics They Care About

AI in Assessments
Actively discusses the influence of AI on the testing and assessment industry, including speaking at events like the ATP Conference.
Workforce Upskilling
Authored publications on upskilling the workforce and closing skills gaps through learning and certifications at Autodesk.
Credentialing Strategy
Her career at Autodesk, Palo Alto Networks, and HRCI has been centered on developing and managing global certification and credentialing portfolios.

Media Appearances

Safe Harbor Statement – Presentation by Dania Eter (Autodesk University 2025). Featured in Autodesk (static.au-uw2-prd.autodesk.com)

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Safe Harbor Statement – Presentation by Dania Eter (Autodesk University 2023). Featured in Autodesk (static.au-uw2-prd.autodesk.com)

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Autodesk Certifications: Take your Career to the Next Level – Autodesk University Class 2023. Featured in Autodesk University

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Work History

8-2022
Sr. Portfolio Strategy, Global Certifications & Curriculums at Autodesk
7-2021 - 7-2022
Director, Global Customer Enablement at Alteryx
5-2020
Research Associate at Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business
2-2020 - 7-2021
Global Head, Credentialing Portfolio at Palo Alto Networks
1-2017 - 7-2019
Chief Credentialing and Training Products Officer at HRCI

Education

2017 - 2020
Doctorate from Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business

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Insights For Selling To Dania

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently
  • Give them control of the sales process

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Dania is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Dania

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Dania move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Dania take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Dania

Personality Compatibility


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