Connor Goddard

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DISC Type : DI

Head of Software Engineering at Gardin

Greater Oxford Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Connor is a hands-on Head of Software Engineering at Gardin, focusing on sustainable agriculture technology. An alumnus of Aberystwyth University with professional AWS certifications, colleagues describe him as a diligent, proactive, and clear communicator skilled in cloud infrastructure, IoT, and cybersecurity.

Beyond his primary role, Connor has a passion for education, having previously worked as a tutor in Computer Science and Mathematics. He also served as a student demonstrator during university, enjoying the opportunity to help others leverage his knowledge and experience in the field.

Unique fact: In school, Connor was elected Head Boy following a three-stage election process, where he led a committee to implement key improvements.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Achievement-Oriented

Assertive

They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.  They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Topics They Care About

Agtech & Sustainability
Leads software engineering at Gardin to solve challenges in sustainable food production, building technology to enable "plant-driven growing" for optimal crop yields.
Cloud & IoT Platforms
Architected Gardin's data and IoT platform from the ground up on AWS. He holds professional-level AWS certifications in solutions architecture and security.
Information Security
Serves as Gardin's Cyber and InfoSec Lead, responsible for implementing the company's security management system (ISMS), device and cloud security, and SOC management.

Media Appearances

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Work History

7-2025
Head of Software Engineering at Gardin
2-2022
Cyber and InfoSec Lead at Gardin
2-2022 - 7-2025
Technical Lead (Platform, Analytics and IoT) at Gardin
10-2018 - 7-2021
Data Scientist (full-stack) at Pure Planet
6-2018 - 9-2018
Junior Data Scientist at Renishaw

Education

2011 - 2016
Master of Engineering (MEng) from Prifysgol Aberystwyth University
2004 - 2011
Education details unavailable from Tasker Milward School - Haverfordwest

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Insights For Selling To Connor

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Connor is

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

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Connor move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Connor take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Connor

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