Douglas Thede

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Founder and Managing Partner at Forge & Fathom

Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Overview

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Personality Overview

Values Relationships

Achievement-Oriented

Friendly But Fast

They respond better to a combination of speed and relationship.  They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary. They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies.

Topics They Care About

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Media Appearances

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Work History

6-2025
Founder and Managing Partner at Forge & Fathom
4-2025
Founder at Growth Clarity LLC
5-2020
Board Member at CharityEngine
4-2020 - 12-2024
Chief Executive Officer at Lytho
7-2019 - 4-2020
Executive Consultant at Self-Employed

Education

1987 - 1991
B.S. from Miami University

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Exp : 34 Location : Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Founder and Managing Partner at Forge & Fathom
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Insights For Selling To Douglas

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them control of the sales process
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision

DONT's

  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Douglas is

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

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Douglas move?

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

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Douglas

Personality Compatibility


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