Eva Murray’s Post

~7 months since I joined Snowflake ❄️ and moved to Bellevue, WA. Here are a few thoughts on my experience so far: 1. I'm getting to do the highest impact work of my career. From helping my customers launch new products and revenue streams on Snowflake, to re-architecting data platforms of F100 companies, to helping CIO's take advantage of AI to accelerate productivity - the opportunity is endless so far. Grateful. 2. High talent density has pushed me to grow and become better. My grandpa always used to say "if you're the smartest person in the room, find a new room". I don't expect to have to find a new room here, my colleagues are too smart and too good. Shoutout Christian R. in particular. 3. The opportunity is endless. Snowflake supports my career growth wholeheartedly, and the domain expertise I'm accruing while helping my enterprise customers figure out how to get more value out of their data and advances in AI is futureproof. Cheers to another 7 months of drinking from the firehose! #sales #data #ai #technology #innovation

3 years @ Snowflake 🎉 I joined one year into the Pandemic. There were lots of unknowns. I was in a good place professionally, but the Snowflake opportunity kept knocking at my door. At the time, one of the most difficult career decisions I've made, but fortunately, it has lived up to its promise. I remember saying to myself that I was not joining because I wanted a change but because I firmly believed that this company was going to become so ubiquitous and well-known that it was foolish not to even give it a try. Fast-forward to now. I have fellow parents in the Sunday soccer league who know what Snowflake is and use it in their day-to-day work. These are NOT technical people I'm talking about. These are folks from supply chain, marketing, finance, etc. Those situations and many more like that keep confirming my thesis about Snowflake: a once-in-a-generation technology recognizable outside the technical landscape. The one thing that has not changed is the quality of the product, how easy it is to use, and its applicability across any domain you can think of. It is a true Data Platform. Thank you to everyone who has been along in this journey with me. This place is truly special thanks to the amazing people and talent. Shoutouts to: John Palazzolo for recruiting, hiring and not giving up on me James Marsh, for being a kind leader who challenged me to be better! Rob Silva I was not ready the first time but I'm here now 😉. You care like very few leaders, and you keep giving me opportunities to grow Frédéric L'Anglais my OG mentor and one of the best SEs in the business. Miss you! I'm forgetting to mention a ton of people, but rest assured that I'll give you props when I see you next! I'm incredibly excited and bullish about the opportunity ahead of us. The rich ecosystem that's growing around the Platform. The amazing customers and use cases we are able to support. Finally, the mission we have is to make every organization data-driven. #Snowflake #career #anniversary #platform #datacloud

I'm graduating Snowflake sales boot camp today, here are a few highlights. 🥳 1. It was *actually* useful. That should be a given but for most corporate sales training it certainly isn't. Shoutout to Emily Carrillo and team for putting together relevant & actionable content - this is the new gold standard in my mind. 2. My new colleagues are very kind and insanely talented. Clearly we're doing a great job hiring. 3. Snowflake has a very bright future. Between the incredible talent density I saw this week, and the cool stuff we have coming (🤫) I'm very excited to be here. 4. Our customers are building at the bleeding edge! I've seen everything from models trained and deployed fully on platform, to Snowpark used for function-as-a-service. 5. My group lucked into Nikki Damaschino as our coach and got some very actionable feedback. Snowflake is moving quickly from powerful data platform to trusted strategic partner to enterprises, hearing that underscored live by leadership was inspiring. Bonus photo: Sridhar Ramaswamy walked into the office at 7:30PM on Tuesday, clearly on his way to do something. He still stopped for Q&A + a photo op. ⬇️ Classy and cool. 😎 I could not be more excited to be here! #technology #innovation #data #sales

🌟 Celebrating 1.5 Years of Fulfillment at Snowflake! 🌟 ~1.5 years ago, I embarked on a journey that has truly transformed my professional life. Joining Snowflake has been nothing short of a dream job experience, and as I reflect on this milestone, I can't help but feel incredibly grateful for the empowering mission we stand for and the exceptional colleagues who surround me every day. Mondays have taken on a whole new meaning since joining Snowflake. Waking up with excitement isn't just a saying here; it's a reality 😎 . Our mission isn't just about developing software; it's about revolutionizing how businesses leverage data to drive success. And being part of that journey is nothing short of exhilarating. When I first walked through Snowflake's doors, our Toronto team was a small, tight-knit group of 3 developers with big dreams. Fast forward to today, and I'm beyond proud to say that we've grown to a formidable force of 50 talented individuals and counting. The journey has been nothing short of incredible, filled with challenges, triumphs, and moments that have solidified bonds that feel more like family. What sets Snowflake apart, in my opinion, is the genuine appreciation and recognition of every team member's contributions. It's not just about hitting targets; it's about celebrating the journey and the unique strengths each of us brings to the table. Whether it's a simple shoutout in a team meeting or a heartfelt acknowledgment from leadership, every effort is seen, valued, and honored. Looking ahead, I'm brimming with excitement for what the future holds for Snowflake. The possibilities are endless, and I feel privileged to be part of a team that's at the forefront of innovation and impact. Thank you, Snowflake, for an amazing two years, and here's to many more milestones and successes together! #Snowflake #DreamJob #TeamWork #DataRevolution #TechIndustry #CareerGrowth #EmpoweringMission #CompanyCulture

Today I've been @ Snowflake for exactly 3 months... here are some candid observations. ❄ 👀 ⬇ 🔹 Everyone here is deeply involved in customer success. My whole management chain all the way up to Chris Degnan spends the bulk of their time in the field *actually* helping customers. Every team I've interacted with, no matter their formal role, treats customer success as their North Star. Refreshing. 🔹 Snowflake is the premier abstracting & enabling technology for data. The platform abstracts away painful & undifferentiated labor, enabling our customers to focus on what they do best. We're powering everything from traditional enterprise data warehouses, to multi-modal AI models, to the POS at your favorite store. 🔹 The company carries itself with poise in the face of adversity & that's a direct product of the culture. This is the first company I've worked for that has LinkedIn haters! Employees get a lot of bait thrown their way here & by the media. I've yet to see a response that wasn't calm, professional, & empathetic. 🔹 Snowflake's ecosystem is sprawling, and by far the world's largest for data. Our customers co-build data products with us because their customers want to get that data on Snowflake. Startups are born on Snowflake because the demand is here. Snowflake's vision for an open and interoperable data ecosystem is unlocking tremendous value worldwide. 🔹 Everyone's really nice. That's it. I've never worked in a place where so many people genuinely want to help their colleagues. Feeling lucky. We have a lot of #openroles so if you're considering joining - do it. Thank me later. 😄 #sales #technology #innovation #newjob

Exciting News! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve joined Snowflake as an Account Executive based in Bellevue, WA. This move reflects my deep passion for competition, innovation, and impactful leadership—all of which Snowflake exemplifies. Why Snowflake? Competition: Data is an incredibly dynamic field, drawing in some of the best companies out there. I’m excited about positioning Snowflake, our customers, and myself to win in this competitive landscape. Having a strong data infrastructure isn’t just supportive—it’s a true market differentiator. Innovation: We’re in a unique era for data, with technological advancements accelerating every quarter. As someone who thrives on curiosity and learning, Snowflake offers endless opportunities for growth as we help shape the future of data. Leadership: It may sound like a cliché, but throughout the interview process, every leader I met Kendall Ryan Michael Lion Eric Szenderski demonstrated a commitment to developing talent. This value is lived here. With Sridhar Ramaswamy’s vision to make Snowflake the market’s leading end-to-end data solution, I’m excited to work alongside a leadership team that knows exactly where they’re going and how they’ll get there. This opportunity wouldn’t have been possible without the phenomenal hiring team. Quan West and Giselle Yeung put on a master class in recruiting—swift, sharp, and seamless from start to finish. To my amazing colleagues at Amperity: I’m incredibly grateful for the time we spent together. We did more than introduce a data platform—we helped foster data-driven cultures across countless industries. It was an unbelievable experience to be part of something so impactful. Thank you all for making it such a rewarding journey! To my new colleagues: I’m most excited to dive in and be part of this journey with all of you. Let’s connect, collaborate, and drive this thing forward! #Snowflake #LifeatSnowflake #NewBeginnings #DataInnovation #Careers #Technology #Data

This week I celebrated 4 years at Snowflake how the founders would appreciate 🎿⛷🏔. I wanted to take a few minutes to reflect on my time at Snowflake so far. Yes I know Snowflake is the bunny hill and that wasn’t where I spent my time but I still wanted the sign ❄️. (Insert ease of use analogy here). In 2019 Matt Walk called to say Snowflake was starting a public sector team. It took me a few months and I ended up starting on the first day of the Covid lockdown. To build a state and local government and education business we had to: 1. Establish the channel to get on state contract schedules. 2. Navigate regulatory compliance to support sensitive workloads. 3. Enable partners to take a chance on a new technology in SLED markets. And most importantly… 4. Earn the trust and business of our government customers! Fast forward 4 years and Snowflake is widely used by the public sector in Texas and Arkansas, and I finished the 2024 fiscal year as the #1 performer in SLED. 4 years is a long time in tech, especially through the hyper growth, pre-ipo to publicly traded entprise software giant. This has been the adventure of my career and I owe that to best team, partners, and customers for making it possible! I’m looking forward to continuing Snowflake’s commitment to the public sector!

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈'𝐦 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 Snowflake! ❄ I am extremely excited to be a part of Chris Degnan's high-performing revenue organization and to work under/alongside incredible leaders, friends, and former AWS colleagues like Alyssa (Bentley) George, Adam Sadowski, Erik Schneider, Yash Chechani, Finlay Neeson, Autumn Miller, Jaclyn Patterson, Ph.D., and more. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐞? ⭐ Positioning for the age of AI. With the model makers rapidly approaching parity, and every hardware manufacturer in a race to build the best GPU, TPU, LPU, XPU, etc. I can't think of a better positioned company or product team to bring real/useful applications of artificial intelligence direct from enterprise data to enterprise end-users. ⭐ Talent density. I already thought Snowflake's revenue org was filled with rockstars from my time selling alongside it at AWS. Speaking with the team these last couple months confirmed that thought. ⭐ Leadership. I'm a Frank Slootman fan. I've read his books and I know the operating system he installed here is second-to-none. That said, as a fellow founder I'm perhaps even more excited to work under legendary technologist Sridhar Ramaswamy. I followed his work at Neeva, and I signed my offer letter when I saw the news. Bonus ⭐ Product. I got laughed out of a meeting once while positioning a Snowflake alternative to a customer while at AWS. Actually laughed out. That stuck with me. Please add me if you're a Snowflake customer, partner, or a new colleague. 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐲𝐨𝐮! 👇 #data #ai #ml #sales #newjob

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve joined Snowflake as Chief Data Analytics Officer. I’m beginning this chapter with immense gratitude for the teams and mentors who have shaped my journey so far and excitement for the opportunities ahead. We’re living in a historic moment where AI is reshaping industries, and data is at the foundation of these breakthroughs. Snowflake is uniquely positioned to lead in this transformation, empowering organizations to drive real-world impact. I’m very excited to join forces with the brilliant leaders across the company - Sridhar Ramaswamy, Michael Scarpelli, Vivek Raghunathan, Chris Degnan, Arnnon Geshuri, Christian Kleinerman, Madhan Arumugam Ramakrishnan and many others to drive the next phase of growth and innovation. I’ve also had the opportunity to meet with the incredible data and analytics teams, and I’m energized by their talent and dedication. Reflecting on my time at Instacart, I feel grateful for the journey. I joined during a historic moment in the pandemic, where data played a vital role in navigating change. Together, we built a strong Data Science and Analytics team, delivered impactful insights across Instacart’s four-sided marketplace, and supported the company’s IPO and profitability. As I join snowflake, my heart is full, and I feel energized by the mission, the extraordinary talent of the team, and the possibilities ahead. Here’s to the next chapter of using data to transform industries, create impact, and unlock new opportunities.🚀 #NewBeginnings #Snowflake #DataAnalytics #MobilizingData #DataCloud

Frank Slootman is retiring as CEO of Snowflake. He grew the business from $4B to $75B in 5 years. Our conversation with him is one of our favorites. Here’s a taste of why and what makes him special: 1. I have never been too early to fire people. I have been too late. 2. Narrow the focus. If you have 5 or 10 priorities, you have 0. 3. Put as many resources on as few things as possible. 4. Operate through influence, not rank and title. Flatten your org chart. 5. Raise the bar. 6. Confrontation is our culture. People settle for the status quo. Fight it constantly. 7. Wage war on incrementalism. Pretend you have nothing, build something dazzling. 8. Trust is everything. Show your stakeholders you have their back. 9. Interviews are overrated. Talk to everyone who has worked with a candidate before. Do your homework. 10. Your sales problem is probably a product problem. 11. Sales is a highly repeatable, scalable, predictable process. 12. If you master and control your own distribution, you become insanely powerful. 13. Growth is not a mystery, it’s mechanical. 14. Keep pushing the boundaries of how fast you can grow. Never settle for good enough. 15. Past glories are poor feeding. 16. Re-prioritize all of the time. Work on the highest value task. Complete it, move on. Build momentum. 17. Never take shortcuts. 18. Playbooks don’t work. Think for yourself and understand things as they are. Every situation is different. 19. Amp it Up.