Darryl Mitchell

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DISC Type : DC

The Fixer at TechCollab

Arundel, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Darryl Mitchell is a strategic, commercially minded IT leader with 25 years of experience building scalable and secure technology platforms for global organizations. He specializes in Azure cloud modernization, cyber resilience, and data maturity, partnering directly with C-level executives. Colleagues describe him as a highly capable individual with a real "can do" attitude.

His current role is titled "The Fixer, " highlighting his focus on solving complex technology challenges.

Personality Overview

ROI Driven

Precise But Practical

Fast But Analytical

They like to stay in control of the negotiation or defining of the terms.  They respond well to strong and respectful communication. They prefer to move quickly, and expect the same from others.

Topics They Care About

Practical AI & Automation
Passionate about implementing AI and automation to achieve measurable gains in productivity and customer experience, as stated in his professional summary.
Global IT Strategy
Partners with CFOs, CEOs, and boards to set clear technology direction and modernize platforms for high-growth, global organizations.
Cyber Resilience
Focuses on strengthening the cybersecurity posture of organizations to protect against threats and ensure business continuity.

Media Appearances

Darryl has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2026
The Fixer at TechCollab
6-2021 - 2-2026
Head of IT Systems, Security, and Process at Lightspeed Broadband Limited
1-2019 - 5-2021
Director Of Information Technology at The Tech Collab (PTY) LTD
6-2015 - 1-2019
Domain Lead - Access UK, Ireland and South Africa (UKISA) at AkzoNobel
10-2012 - 9-2013
Business Application Manager at AkzoNobel

Education

2014 - 2014
Prince2 Practioner from SmartPM
1998 - 1998
BCom Accountancy from Rand Afrikaans University

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Insights For Selling To Darryl

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship
  • Objectively showcase the impact that your product creates

DONT's

  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet
  • Don't try too hard to forge relationships with them
  • Don’t focus on process and rules, give the impression of being a ‘gets it done’ person

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Darryl is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Darryl

  • If they are not convinced, they will have no hesitation in telling you the same.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Darryl move?

  • If convinced, they can reach decisions quite fast.
  • Can Darryl take some risk or not?

  • They do not shy away from taking risks, but can be quite binary about them.

You And Darryl

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