Canada
I have over 20 years of experience in the Canadian and North American IT channel. I'm highly motivated, creative, and find great satisfaction in bringing value to organizations who are facing challenges with IT budgets, implementation and tracking of their software assets. Specialties: Software Asset Management Software Licensing Operations Management Software Sales Contract Management Microsoft Cloud and hybrid solutions Microsoft Certified Professional
Responsible for framework design and delivery at the global level for Software Sourcing & Portfolio Management (ITAM/SLM).
Starting as a Software Sales account manager at CompuCom Canada (CCSI) I was responsible for growing and maintaining accounts in medium to enterprise organizations and help them realize value in their IT budgets. My position then evolved into a managerial role where I was responsible for the day to day inside operations of the CompuCom Canada software group as well as enhancing efficiencies in communications between software consultants and their inside support groups. I also took on the challenge of managing the Canadian Microsoft business desk for CompuCom Canada in this time, achieving the Microsoft Operational Excellence Platinum award for 3 straight years. In addition to these roles, I attended numerous annual trade shows and conferences (Microsoft World Partner Conference, Microsoft TechEd and others) to represent CompuCom Canada as well as broker relationships with our various software partners.
Responsible for acquiring and servicing end-user accounts in information technology procurement as well as large-scale software licensing deployments. This position took me to a team lead position and eventually into management when the company was acquired by CompuCom Systems Inc.
Specialist in digital security, digital video, digital photography, Apple and Microsoft hardware and software. Sales representative for Toronto, Niagara and Southwestern Ontario territories. Responsibilities include outbound as well as inside sales roles, cold calling, lead following, servicing multiple client accounts, customer service and account acquisitions in both reseller and educational markets. Proficient in security, networking, point of sale, auto ID, digital storage, computer components and peripherals, digital imaging, digital media, territory planning and tactics.
Department of National Defense - Governor General’s Foot Guard. Completed basic military training. Performed daily ceremonies for Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill, visiting dignitaries and special events.