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Andrew Wright

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ANDREW WRIGHT

Founder & CEO
Information Technology and Services, United Kingdom

Focusing on identifying and working with Technology based Startups, whose innovative technologies address current Business practical problems and the new operational concepts that these Technologies make possible


• Strategic, results-driven executive, commanding 15+ years of progressive success in Information Technology and financial environments.
• A Hands-on and Innovative professional with a track record of incorporating Information Technology into strategic visions, while maximising returns and improving business processes/operations.
• Extensive exposure to working with Microsoft technologies, Managed Services Provision (MSP), Cloud Based Computing and Software as a Service (SAAS), as well as in interoperability of management and operations.
• A service-focus entrepreneur who demonstrates a unique combination of Information Technology, Business and Financial skills with the ability to communicate effectively to all team member, stakeholders and third-parties.

In the late 90’s, I was one of the founders of a Software House, initially concentrating on Y2K and then the development of Network Management Tools. Here, I was involved in the development of the company operations and expansion of overseas sales channels

Took a 12-18 month sabbatical in 1999 to investigate Web 2.0, SaaS and Cloud Computing concepts etc (as they are known now), trying to understanding how they benefit SME's.

This lead to me to:

- Working with several start-up’s involved in various sectors
- Advising SME clients in diverse industries with recommendations, installation, user training, and system/network design.
- Building a successful practice through referrals from satisfied clients.

Now working/seeking new ventures in Cloud Computing/SaaS Sector & Clean (Green) Tech Sector. + Actively seeking new opportunities in Canada

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Work Experience

Founder
Calm Ventures
12/2010 - Present
CEO
Startup Focus Europe
12/2010 - Present
Founder & CEO
Calm Response
11/1999 - Present
Entrepreneurial Business and Technology executive
AW Associates
10/1999 - 12/2010
Co-Founder & Business Manager
Deeside Technology Ltd
4/1997 - 9/1999
Interim Senior Finance Manager
Liverpool City Council
12/1995 - 2/1997
Interim Financial Controller
Berrymans
1992 - 1993
Interim Project Account
Mercury Communications (C & W Plc.)
4/1991 - 1991
Interim Project Accountant
Chevron International Oil
1/1991 - 1991
Interim Project Accountant
Shell UK Exploration & Production
1990 - 1/1991
Management Trainee
Egerton Trust
1987 - 1990
Trainee Accountant
Alfred McAlpine
1983 - 1987

Education

Saint Anselm College, 1988
BA
Finance and Economics

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