Andrew Swindell

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Principal Consultant at Strategic Architects Pty Ltd

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Overview

Andrew is a Principal Consultant and Enterprise Architect with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the mining, energy, and government sectors. He holds a TOGAF certification and focuses on simplifying complex environments to align technology with business strategy. Colleagues describe him as an effective leader and mentor.

Outside of his professional work, Andrew values celebrating Australian culture, enjoying gatherings with friends, barbecues, and wine or beer. He believes in giving unconditionally and celebrating the success of others, considering it a cornerstone of a life well-lived.

He hosts a podcast titled "So you want to be an Architect and Data Management Ecosystems" to share his industry knowledge.

Personality Overview

Persuasive

Achievement-Oriented

Values Relationships

They like to keep things under control.  They will fight for you if they come to believe in you. They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies.

Topics They Care About

Enterprise Architecture
His core expertise is simplifying complex business environments and aligning technology with organizational goals, as stated in his professional summary and recommendations.
Data Management
He has specific experience in delivering data management solutions from his time at FromHereOn and Origin Energy, and it's a focus of his podcast.
Architect Mentoring
His current role involves mentoring architects to foster professional growth, a skill highlighted in multiple recommendations he has received.

Media Appearances

Andrew has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Principal Consultant at Strategic Architects Pty Ltd
10-2022 - 12-2024
Enterprise Architect at Diabetes Australia
11-2021 - 10-2022
Enterprise Information Architect at FromHereOn
8-2020 - 11-2021
National Analytics Solution Lead at GHD
11-2018 - 8-2020
Enterprise Information Architect at Origin Energy

Education

2001 - 2005
Grad Dip and Cert from AGSM @ UNSW Business School
1991 - 1992
Post Grad in Market Research from Charles Sturt University

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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage
  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Andrew

Personality Compatibility


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