Paul Harris
Principal Solution Architect at Loftware- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Loftware
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United States
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Software Development
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300 - 400 Employee
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Principal Solution Architect
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May 2022 - Present
London Area, United Kingdom
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Demoboost
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Poland
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisor
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Aug 2023 - Present
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PreSales Collective
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United States
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Think Tanks
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200 - 300 Employee
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2023 PSC Ambassador
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Jan 2023 - Present
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2022 PSC Ambassador
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Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
Our mission is to elevate the role of PreSales in organizations worldwide. We aim to provide PreSales professionals with the resources, knowledge, network, and mentorship to develop long, impactful careers. Our vision is to create a global community of professionals who have a passion for PreSales. A place where individuals in a PreSales role, or anyone who aspires to be, will be supported in their professional development. Serving as a Catalyst for Change Cultivating… Show more Our mission is to elevate the role of PreSales in organizations worldwide. We aim to provide PreSales professionals with the resources, knowledge, network, and mentorship to develop long, impactful careers. Our vision is to create a global community of professionals who have a passion for PreSales. A place where individuals in a PreSales role, or anyone who aspires to be, will be supported in their professional development. Serving as a Catalyst for Change Cultivating Community through Belonging Supporting Personal and Professional Growth Advocating Equal Opportunity for All
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Founding Member PreSales Collective - UK Chapter
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Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
PreSales Collective is a community of PreSales Professionals from across the globe who come together to share best practice, provide mentorship and continue to elevate the Profession across all industries and regions.
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IFS
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Sweden
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Solutions Architect
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
London Area, United Kingdom
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Loftware
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United States
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Software Development
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300 - 400 Employee
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Regional Lead, Pre Sales Solution Architects
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May 2020 - Aug 2021
United Kingdom Serving as Regional Pre Sales Lead for EMEA and APAC; managing the regional Pre Sales team across a wide range of opportunities Working collaboratively Sales and Professional Services leadership to manage strategic opportunities and growth through expansion and net new business. I also help my team with the design and delivery of configured solutions with market leading products for global enterprises across a wide variety of industry verticals including retail, FMCG… Show more Serving as Regional Pre Sales Lead for EMEA and APAC; managing the regional Pre Sales team across a wide range of opportunities Working collaboratively Sales and Professional Services leadership to manage strategic opportunities and growth through expansion and net new business. I also help my team with the design and delivery of configured solutions with market leading products for global enterprises across a wide variety of industry verticals including retail, FMCG, Distribution, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Automotive. Key Achievements: - Closed a record size opportunity to deliver an ERP-integrated solution with a Global Pharmaceutical - Company in the first 12 months - Introduced significant changes to the Sales engagement method to drive greater efficiency and success across all opportunities - Engaged C-level Customer Executives and Prospects at Company Conferences and in Sales opportunities - Led key aspects of the Pre Sales organisation integration following acquisitions - Drove product innovation through scoping and design of new functionality and features - Delivered record performance in professional services whilst building key relationships following the company acquisition - Drove new innovations and integrations between two existing products to create a unique application covering all areas of business process from product development to supply chain
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Pre Sales Solutions Architect
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Apr 2019 - May 2020
United Kingdom Pre Sales Solution Architect for EMEA and APAC working collaboratively across Sales and Professional Services to design and deliver configured solutions with market leading products for global enterprises across a wide variety of industry verticals including retail, FMCG, Distribution, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Automotive industries.
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Implementation Consultant
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Mar 2018 - Apr 2019
United Kingdom Managing implementations of market-leading applications across a variety of sectors; designing new software solutions and architecture design to fit the requirements for multi-£bn companies in EMEA, APAC and US Key Achievements: Led the successful implementation of a new labelling solution for a new key manufacturing customer with an annual turnover of over €9bn delivering solutions Scoped and delivered software solutions to a wide variety of customers across several… Show more Managing implementations of market-leading applications across a variety of sectors; designing new software solutions and architecture design to fit the requirements for multi-£bn companies in EMEA, APAC and US Key Achievements: Led the successful implementation of a new labelling solution for a new key manufacturing customer with an annual turnover of over €9bn delivering solutions Scoped and delivered software solutions to a wide variety of customers across several industries Drove continued product innovation through scoping and design of new functionality and features Part of a team delivering record performance in professional services whilst building key relationships following the company acquisition
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Systems Consultant
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Oct 2017 - Mar 2018
United Kingdom Working across the entire customer base for Loftware; actively pursuing new opportunities with existing accounts and ensuring that customers were able to maximise the benefits of the application across their business. Key player in the development of the solution; scoping new roadmap items and providing support with the rollout of the latest innovations in the application.
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Marketing Systems Administrator
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Mar 2017 - Oct 2017
United Kingdom Working directly with one of Loftware’s largest customers my role was focused on customer communication and account management; ensuring that customer requirements were met and delivered on schedule. I built a strong relationship with Senior Management on the customer side to drive delivery of excellent service at all times.
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Churchers Solicitors
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United Kingdom
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Systems Administrator
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Mar 2016 - Mar 2017
Fareham I worked as a part of the team delivering end to end IT Support across the firm. - Installation and configuration of new Windows Servers in a VMWare Environment - Remote and on-site support directly to business users - Scoping and planning of new technology in line with business needs and challenges - Change control administration and management; with full supporting documentation - Advised the Senior Management Team on digital and social media strategy - Ensured secure… Show more I worked as a part of the team delivering end to end IT Support across the firm. - Installation and configuration of new Windows Servers in a VMWare Environment - Remote and on-site support directly to business users - Scoping and planning of new technology in line with business needs and challenges - Change control administration and management; with full supporting documentation - Advised the Senior Management Team on digital and social media strategy - Ensured secure and safe running of the company network at all times - Managed Issues and Support Queries within a full ITIL workflow - Thin client and Switched Networking enviroment, SAN storage, Windows Server 2003/2008 R2/ 2012 Show less
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Senior Network Administrator
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Sep 2014 - Mar 2016
Portsmouth, United Kingdom Working alongside the Network Manager, I supported and managed the ICT network and infrastructure for two Special Needs Academies, across three sites in the City of Portsmouth. There were approximately 250 students and 150 staff across three locations. Responsibility for all of the Multimedia across the Academy trust; - Website development - Social media - Digital displays - Video editing and photography. - Strategic development of the use of Multimedia across the… Show more Working alongside the Network Manager, I supported and managed the ICT network and infrastructure for two Special Needs Academies, across three sites in the City of Portsmouth. There were approximately 250 students and 150 staff across three locations. Responsibility for all of the Multimedia across the Academy trust; - Website development - Social media - Digital displays - Video editing and photography. - Strategic development of the use of Multimedia across the trust. Normal challenges are accentuated when working in an educational setting. The ethos is that everything should be accessible to everyone and this often involved a creative approach to any planned installation or purchase of new equipment.
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IT Technician
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May 2013 - Aug 2014
Portsmouth Cliffdale Academy is a Primary School for pupils with a wide range of learning disabilities, from moderate to severe. In addition to their learning disabilities some pupils have other needs associated with physical disabilities, autistic spectrum condition, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties and medical conditions. All pupils have a Statement of Special Educational Need. As the IT Technician it was my role to ensure the smooth day to day running of the school… Show more Cliffdale Academy is a Primary School for pupils with a wide range of learning disabilities, from moderate to severe. In addition to their learning disabilities some pupils have other needs associated with physical disabilities, autistic spectrum condition, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties and medical conditions. All pupils have a Statement of Special Educational Need. As the IT Technician it was my role to ensure the smooth day to day running of the school through supporting the staff and children across all areas of the school. - Deployment of Exchange 2013 - Rollout of tablet devices - A/V Production - Re-launched Social Media
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Services and Resources Officer
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Apr 2012 - May 2013
Portsmouth, United Kingdom Service and product management, addition of products to company website, level 1 & 2 IT Support, Copywriting and editing. Product ordering and sales management.
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Education
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University of Portsmouth
Master of Arts (MA), Literature, Culture and Identity -
University of Portsmouth
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature