Hi, I’m Stephen Robinson, a senior partnerships leader with 19+ years of experience building and scaling affiliate, referral, and strategic partner ecosystems for high-growth SaaS and ecommerce brands. I specialize in revenue acceleration through partner-led distribution, data-driven optimization, and high-impact relationship development. I now advise founders and teams on leveraging partnerships as a growth engine, focusing on designing scalable programs, enabling partners, and optimizing performance through analytics and cross-functional collaboration.

Stephen Robinson

Hi, I’m Stephen Robinson, a senior partnerships leader with 19+ years of experience building and scaling affiliate, referral, and strategic partner ecosystems for high-growth SaaS and ecommerce brands. I specialize in revenue acceleration through partner-led distribution, data-driven optimization, and high-impact relationship development. I now advise founders and teams on leveraging partnerships as a growth engine, focusing on designing scalable programs, enabling partners, and optimizing performance through analytics and cross-functional collaboration.

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Hi, I’m Stephen Robinson, a senior partnerships leader with 19+ years of experience building and scaling affiliate, referral, and strategic partner ecosystems for high-growth SaaS and ecommerce brands. I specialize in revenue acceleration through partner-led distribution, data-driven optimization, and high-impact relationship development.

I now advise founders and teams on leveraging partnerships as a growth engine, focusing on designing scalable programs, enabling partners, and optimizing performance through analytics and cross-functional collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Publisher Development Manager at PartnerCommerce
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead strategic publisher development and affiliate partnerships for leading B2B brands, providing consultative support to clarify the affiliate landscape and leverage relationships for revenue growth.
Director of Affiliate Marketing at JEB Commerce
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Partnered with clients to design customized affiliate development plans, resulting in 37% revenue growth and increased client satisfaction through strategic alignment with core business outcomes. Built client success maps and onboarding tools that boosted client acquisition by 25% and improved escalation handling, while maintaining 100% employee retention during the pandemic.
Senior Manager, Affiliate Partnerships at JEB Commerce
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Drove affiliate program growth by aligning client strategies with performance goals, significantly enhancing client engagement and retention for long-term value. Analyzed performance using Google Analytics and other tools to achieve revenue growth.
Senior Manager, Affiliate Partnerships at WP Engine
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Led data-driven affiliate program growth, onboarding, and cross-functional collaboration with Web Experience and Product teams to improve funnel performance and revenue.
Senior Affiliate Manager at All Inclusive Marketing
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Delivered exceptional day-to-day client service for brands such as Audible and Red Roof Inn; designed commission structures that saved clients over 50% monthly on costs while maintaining performance and ROI.
Senior Affiliate Marketing Manager at JEB Commerce
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Secured strategic placements with a hybrid model that increased exclusive product offerings and drove additional revenue growth.
Publisher Development Manager, Affiliate Partnerships at PartnerCommerce
January 1, 2025 - Present
Lead strategic publisher development and affiliate partnerships for leading B2B brands, providing consultative support to clarify the affiliate landscape and leverage relationships for revenue growth. Orchestrated targeted partner recruitment efforts for key clients (e.g., HubSpot, ClickUp), expanding the partner network and ensuring high-quality customer acquisition. Optimized partner outreach and engagement campaigns, securing new partnership opportunities through effective communication and needs analysis. Managed agency and vendor collaboration to ensure seamless daily operations and performance tracking. Executed a high-impact Cyber Week strategy delivering peak revenue performance in over two years, demonstrating campaign agility.
Senior Affiliate Marketing Manager at All Inclusive Marketing
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Delivered exceptional day-to-day client service for brands such as Audible and Red Roof Inn, consistently achieving high satisfaction and long-term engagement. Designed commission structures that strategically save clients over 50% monthly on costs while maintaining strong performance, demonstrating fiscal responsibility and ROI focus. Led tracking and attribution integrations to enhance campaign ROI and maximize client outcomes on the platform.
Sr. Manager, Affiliate Partnerships at WP Engine
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Aligned partnership performance with KPIs to improve revenue predictability. Achieved 50% YoY lift in conversion rates through data-backed testing and optimization. Partnered with Product & Web Experience teams to improve landing page performance. Managed agency partners, vendors, and high-volume affiliate relationships. Led Cyber Week strategy producing strongest revenue day in over two years.
Director of Affiliate Marketing at JEBCommerce
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Built customized affiliate growth plans resulting in 37% revenue increase for clients. Designed consulting frameworks to support long-term strategic partner alignment. Developed onboarding systems improving client acquisition by 25%. Maintained 100% employee retention through the pandemic with strong team leadership.
Senior Affiliate Marketing Manager at JEBCommerce
January 1, 2018 - Present
Secured incremental revenue through hybrid commission models and exclusive partnerships. Led strategy for high-profile brands including Eastern Mountain Sports & Saatva. Provided predictive analysis during sales cycles to support new client acquisition.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations (Minor in Business Administration) at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Associate of Arts at Washington State University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations (Minor in Business Administration) at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Associate of Arts degree at Washington State University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
B.A. in Public Relations, Minor in Business Administration at Central Washington University
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
Public Relations/General Business at Washington State University
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026
A.A. Degree at Green River Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 6, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Other