Andy Bower

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Head of Technology Services & Cyber Security at Universities Superannuation Scheme (Ltd)

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Andy Bower is the Head of Technology Services & Cyber Security for the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) and its investment management arm. He has extensive experience leading global infrastructure for major firms like pladis Global and Peel Ports Group, where he was responsible for defining technology strategy and roadmaps.

Andy maintains a professional interest in the technological advancements and enterprise solutions offered by industry leaders like Microsoft and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. He has a history of working with a wide range of Microsoft-based infrastructure solutions.

A colleague of nearly a decade noted that Andy "never gives up and never fails in his commitment to any challenge he is faced with. "

Personality Overview

Fast Adopter

Decisive

Charming & Persuasive

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

Technology Services
His current role involves leading Group Technology Services, and he has recently been focused on recruiting engineers and team leaders for this area.
Cyber Security
As a key part of his current title and responsibilities, he oversees the cybersecurity strategy and operations for the entire group.
Global Infrastructure
Managed global data centers and infrastructure teams across the USA, UK, and Turkey in his previous role at pladis Global.

Media Appearances

Andy has no verified media appearances

Work History

12-2018
Head of Technology Services & Cyber Security at Universities Superannuation Scheme (Ltd)
4-2018 - 12-2018
IS Infrastructure Manager at pladis Global
11-2015 - 4-2018
Group IT Infrastructure Manager at Peel Ports Group
3-2012 - 11-2015
I.T. Project & Platform Manager at Peel Ports Group
3-2010 - 3-2012
Lead Infrastructure Engineer at Peel Ports Group

Education

Andy has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Andy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Clearly address the competitive aspects
  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andy is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andy

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andy move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Andy take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Andy

Personality Compatibility


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