Kit Hillis

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Director of Growth at zu

Saskatchewan, Canada

Overview

As the Director of Growth at zu, Kit Hillis focuses on creating user-centric digital products by connecting clients with the companys strategy, design, and technical experts. His work involves driving strategic partnerships and innovation, informed by his Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Saskatchewan and recent speaking engagements on UI best practices.

Personality Overview

Non-Confrontational

Optimistic

Consensus Focused

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.  Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.

Topics They Care About

UX & Digital Strategy
His role at zu centers on helping organizations create impactful digital experiences with a focus on human-centered design, UX, and CX.
UI Best Practices
He was a featured panelist at a "Design in 2024: UI Best Practices" event, showing his active engagement and expertise in the field.
Huskie Football
He is the University of Saskatchewan Huskies' all-time leader in pass receptions and later returned to the team as a coach.

Media Appearances

Kit has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2022
Director of Growth at zu
1-2019 - 6-2022
Business Development Manager at zu
11-2017 - 12-2018
Chief Sales Officer at Sherpa ERP
6-2016 - 10-2017
Business Development and Account Executive at Coconut Calendar
8-2015 - 7-2016
Product Owner at Nova-Tek Innovations

Education

Minor from University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from University of Saskatchewan

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Exp : 12 Location : Saskatchewan, Canada Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Growth at zu
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Insights For Selling To Kit

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Speak from experience about success that the product has seen with other customers
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience

DONT's

  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Kit is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Kit

  • They will hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Kit move?

  • Even when they are constantly engaged, they do not reach decisions quickly.
  • Can Kit take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Kit

Personality Compatibility


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