Chris Peate

Experience

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  Scottish and Newcastle

  Oct 1996 - May 2003

  Deputy Manager

  Holding Manager - The Crown - St Albans, Hertfordshire (August 2002 - May 2003)Deputy Manager - The Bear - Maidenhead, Berkshire (April 2000 - August 2002)Holding Manager : O'Henerys - West Hampstead, London (October 1999 - April 2000)Deputy Manager : Newquay Arms - Newquay, Cornwall (August 1998 - October 1999)On Site Trainer : Square Balloon - Southampton, Hampshire (October 1996 - August 1998)

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  Revolution Bars Group PLC

  May 2003 - Nov 2009

  Deputy Manager - Revolution

  • Licensee of Managed Houses working for one of the UK’s leading operators. • Management of venues with capacities of up to 900 people & turnovers in excess of £3m pa• Developed a range of skills including financial, marketing, & staff development.

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  Spark New Zealand

  Dec 2009 - Apr 2020

  Focused support to a select group of 90 ME & Lower Corporate clients based in the Waikato region:• Account & technical planning with finance & operational contacts. • Management & Growth of existing accounts & revenue lines through an ownership to get things done & attention to detail. • Support & Sales for Products & Services through Spark's diverse portfolio: Mobile, Fixed Voice, Broadband, ICT, Procurement.• Engagement of partners for project management: Cloud migration, PBX, Network, Strategy. • Using Business Development experience to understand, articulate & 'solution' relevant technologies for customer needs by employing an understanding of the fundamentals of ICT solution stacks & how they fit together. • Involvement with multi-site, multi-function operations & alignment to global strategies for foreign-owned & operated New Zealand subsidiaries. Show less An outbound role looking for opportunities from a shared portfolio to ensure customers received full value from the range of services provided by Spark NZ whilst also hunting for new business customers:• Support & Sales of fixed, mobile & ICT products to SME business customers.• Outbound support to a portfolio of 1000 clients.• Sales & Marketing of products & services to ensure clients were receiving the most up to date services & pricing. • Investigating requirements through regular meetings & communication.• Responding to & resolving any issues & answering requests for information. Show less

  • Key Account Manager

    Oct 2017 - Apr 2020

  • Business Development Manager

    Nov 2012 - Oct 2017

  • Communications Consultant

    Dec 2009 - Nov 2012
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  Aware Group

  Apr 2020 - Apr 2023

  Account Manager

  With a focus on Microsoft technologies for advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and the internet of things, Aware Group offers cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Producing solutions for both major enterprises and clients in the public sector, Aware Group hold the Microsoft Partner Advanced Specialisation for Analytics, Data & AI on Azure.• Responsible for remote & in person account management, business development & new customer on boarding. • Engagement of Executive level contacts to show how Aware could help to achieve business outcomes.• Regular meetings with & co-ordination between domestic & international clients, internal stakeholders & Microsoft account representatives across a range of industry verticals.• Developed strong relationships with technology leaders to create innovative solutions & commercial partnerships.• Upskilled to foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure stack & associated services.• Established systems (CRM) & sales processes for a growing business having joined as the second staff member in the commercial team. • Working with emerging technologies including showcasing & deploying the first Boston Dynamics Spot Robot in New Zealand. Show less

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  Theta (NZ)

  May 2023 - now

  Relationship Manager

  Theta is a leading New Zealand IT consultancy that provides a comprehensive range of services including digital transformation, software development, infrastructure, cloud services, and business intelligence. As a Microsoft Solution Partner with Advanced Specializations, Theta is driven by a commitment to assist clients in leveraging modern technology to promote business growth and optimize customer experience.• Drive growth & presence in the Waikato & Central North Island Region.• Oversee remote and in-person relationship management, leading the establishment of new partnerships and facilitating the integration of new customers into Theta's diverse range of services, from bespoke software development to data-driven business intelligence solutions.• Regularly engage with C-suite executives, illustrating how Theta's expert application of cloud technologies and digital transformation strategies can enhance their business performance and outcomes.• Facilitate productive meetings and interactions among domestic and international clients, internal stakeholders, and partner account representatives, coordinating joint projects across multiple industry sectors.• Build and strengthen relationships with technology leaders, cultivating a climate of innovation and collaboration that enables the development of pioneering solutions in areas like machine learning, cybersecurity, and data analytics.• Continually enhance my knowledge of the Microsoft Azure stack and associated services, applying this expertise to serve clients' specific needs more effectively, particularly those seeking to maximize their use of cloud-based infrastructure.• Pioneer the use of cutting-edge technologies, demonstrating and deploying innovative solutions such as advanced ERP systems, data warehousing, and cloud migration services. Show less