Andrew Wright
An Entrepreneurial Business and Technology executive bringing Creativity with practicality, vision with experience. The best of both worlds.
| Headline: | Entrepreneur |
| Work status: | Living The Dream |
| Website: | http://about.me/Andreww |
| Industries: | Biotech, Cleantech, Computing, Entertainment, Financial, Food and Drink, Information Technology, Internet, Lifestyle, Media, Mobile, Real Estate |
| Skills: | Business, Design, Engineering, English, Entrepreneurship, Event planning, German, Investment, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Negotiation, Public Relations, Sales |
| Location: | Europe and North America |
| Interested in: | Advising startups, Brainstorming, Consulting opportunities, Employment opportunities, Finding business partners, Finding cofounders, Finding mentors, Finding team mates, Growing my group, Helping friends, Helping members of my groups, Joining a startup, Meeting new people, Mentoring, Offering Expertise, Partnering with other groups, Professional opportunities, Promoting my startups, Providing services to startups, Raising money, Recruiting for my startup, Supporting my investments |
| Tags: | business continuity, canada, Cleantech, cloud, green, managed services, saas, software as a service, startup |
| Schools: | Saint Anselm College |
FEATURED STARTUP
Calm Ventures
Calm Ventures
We want to make Tech. Startups (not just internet - biotech, clean tech, green, enterprise, cloud, mobile, gaming, etc all count) and "Real" investors in Europe more discoverable.
- Startup type: Company
- Status: Active
- Stage: Prototyping
FULL BIO
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. Never Stopped.
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 on new ventures in Cloud Computing/SaaS Sector and Clean (Green) Tech Sector. Plus seeking opportunities in Canada.
Follow me on Twitter @wright_as
Strategic, results-driven executive, commanding 20+ 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.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• SAAS / Cloud Computing
• Managed Services
• Finance and IT Management
• Software Development
• Business Strategies
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• P&L Management
• Team Leadership
• Business process re-engineering
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• Start-up Venture
WORK EXPERIENCE
| Employer: | Calm Response |
| Position: | Founder, Project Manager/Consultant |
| Time period: | October 1999 - Present |
| Description: | Started Consulting and IT Services Firm helping a diverse array of companies to adapt technology and business processors to meet their company’s needs, responsible for scoping, planning, and deploying/delivering the required system solutions.
• Originated and detailed framework for start-up go-to-market blueprint containing Technology Infrastructure, business charter, financial model, sales and marketing plan, and technology roadmap. Scalable to adopt new technology trends, Flexible to support vertical market needs and remain competitive. • Building Industry and Client awareness of Managed Services (MSP), Microsoft technologies, Software as a Service (SaaS), Business Continuity Services and Cloud Computing. • Provide Technology Decisions and Directions, choosing technology partners (Microsoft, Netsuite, Geminare, Untangle, NetApp, Asigra, SunGard, Intermedia etc.) and integrated product solutions. • Management of Partner and Client Relationships. Recent Projects: • Development of processors and workflow for a new ‘one stop’ brokerage firm dealing with PI Claims, bundling Financial Funding, Insurance, and Personal Injuries claims to a preapproved panel of law firms. Based on Netsuite. Estimated Revenue Year 1 £3 Million (see site). • Involved with several Start-up ventures, designing and set-up of IT/Finance/back-office and operational expansion (see site). • Project management, from scope to deployment, of new systems and infrastructure projects for various clients. • Consultant to various companies re-structuring their back office operations and IT. • Evaluated various solutions on behalf of clients: identifying their requirements regarding current working practices and long-term needs; Accounting, CRM, ERM, Web 2.0., email, Network and workstation OS and Software, Offsite Data Storage, Security and Business Continuity, SaaS and Hosted services. • Integration Coordinator for company merger, responsible for Finance and IT. |
| Employer: | Deeside Technology |
| Position: | Co-Founder, Business Operations Manager |
| Time period: | February 1997 - September 1999 |
| Description: | Start up Software House developing network Client Management Tools and Y2K software Responsible for development of Technology and Business processes and strategies in order to support development of Software House and developing sales/support channels in rest of world. Clients include United Parcel Services (UPS) and The Banyan Corporation.
• Development/Management of Back Office Administrative/Logistic systems and staff. • Development / Implementation of Internet Strategy (Web, e-business, Intranet, Communications). • Development of Overseas Sales Channels (USA, Canada, South Africa, & New Zealand). • Network Management. • Project Manager: Deployment into Corporate networks. • Client Technical Support. • Y2K Research Focus: software & hardware issues. • Implementation of EDI system. |
| Employer: | Liverpool City Council Liverpool, UK Environmental Services DSO |
| Position: | Senior Finance Manager (Interim) |
| Time period: | December 1995 - February 1997 |
| Description: | Assignment to rebuild Accounts Department for Two Direct Service Organizations (combined £28m revenue), under quarterly reporting deadlines and closure notice from central government. Management and production of all Finance Information, including Year-end Accounts
• Prepare quarterly review • Year End preparation and pass inspection by Government Auditors • Initiate and implement review of finance function for both DSO’s, included overhaul of Financial Controls and Management Information Systems and implementation of new reporting systems to reflect current and future needs. This was subsequently adopted by rest of Environmental Services DSO’s • Supervision and recruitment of Finance/IT Department (10 staff); Management Accounting, Payroll, Invoicing/Payments, IT Functions. • Budget Restructure and reapportionment in excess of £28 million. • Handed over to full time member of council after successful managing an Enhanced finance function for over 1 year, clearing regulatory issues. Other Accomplishments • Review of Bull/Oracle Financial/operational system implementation. • Initiate and develop monthly reporting system for DSO, adopted by rest of Directorate • Develop Cost Accounting procedures for estimating cost of Vibrating White Finger and other long-term work related illnesses. |
EDUCATION
| University: | Saint Anselm College |
| Time period: | 1984 - 1988 |
| Degree: | Financial Economics, BA |
INFORMATION
| Sports: | Swimming, Rugby, Walking |
| Hobbies: | Travel, Reading |
| Memberships: | Microsoft, IBM, MSP Alliance, |
Andrew's Startups (1)
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Calm Ventures
We want to make Tech. Startups (not just internet - biotech, clean tech, green, enterprise, cloud, mobile, gaming, etc all count) and "Real" investors in Europe more discoverable.
Andrew's Contacts (2)
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Syed Shabbir
Bsc from Osmania University, Software Analyst at CAT Technologies Ltd,Technical Support at CAT Technologies Ltd, Senior Business Development Manager at CAT Technologies Ltd.
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Rade Glomazic
Currently a Doctoral candidate in Political science at the European Center for Peace and Development of the UN University of Peace. Have over ten years of professional experience working in socio-economic development activities and int. cooperation