Shanade Cufe

Go-getter
DISC Type : d

Sr. Manager, Partner Programs Marketing at CrowdStrike

Greater Boston, United States

Overview

Shanade Cufe is a Senior Manager of Global Partner Communications at CrowdStrike, where she drives strategy, messaging, and creative storytelling for partner campaigns. Her experience includes key communication roles at RSA, Motorola Solutions, and American Tower. She holds a Bachelors Degree from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and a certificate in copyediting.

Outside of her professional role, Shanade reflects on the creative potential of new technologies. She likens using ChatGPT to reading childhood "choose-your-own-adventure" stories, enjoying how it can branch into practical project planning or refining communications, demonstrating an interest in the intersection of technology and narrative.

Shanade was recognized on CRNs 2020 "Women of the Channel" list for her professional achievements.

Personality Overview

Vision Oriented

Direct & Candid

Fast-Paced

They can be nudged to make faster decisions by offering what they value.  They care equally about the product and its potential impact. They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles.

Topics They Care About

Partner Communications
Her entire career is focused on leading integrated partner communications, from strategy and messaging to creative production and enablement initiatives at a global scale.
Creative Storytelling
She serves as a creative producer for video content, guiding the process from scripting to final delivery, blending strategic vision with compelling creative execution.
Channel Engagement
Her roles at CrowdStrike, Motorola Solutions, and RSA have centered on keeping channel partners informed, engaged, and enabled through strategic communication programs.

Media Appearances

Shanade has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2025
Sr. Manager, Partner Programs Marketing at CrowdStrike
5-2022 - 3-2025
Partner Marketing Programs Manager - Global Communications at CrowdStrike
5-2021 - 5-2022
Channel Communications and Enablement Manager at Motorola Solutions
1-2019 - 4-2021
Senior Analyst, Global Channel Communications at RSA Security
11-2017 - 1-2019
Communications Specialist at American Tower

Education

Bachelor's Degree from University of Massachusetts Lowell
Education details unavailable from Groton-Dunstabl Regional High School

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Insights For Selling To Shanade

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending too much time on pleasantries
  • Highlight the competitive differentiation of your product
  • Ask them questions confidently while doing discovery, don’t be apologetic

DONT's

  • Do not give up if they are not convinced, try again with a different approach
  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Shanade is

  • Conviction in the product matters to them, followed by proof points and strong testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Shanade

  • They may not be very forthcoming, but they will say no if needed.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Shanade move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Shanade take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks but after weighing up the pros and cons.

You And Shanade

Personality Compatibility


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