John Twomey

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Director of Customer Connections at National Grid

Warwick, England, United Kingdom

Overview

John Twomey is the Director of Customer Connections at National Grid, leading the integration of major clean energy projects into the UKs power network. A graduate of the University of Lancashire, he is at the forefront of the countrys net zero transition, focusing on grid reform and connecting renewable assets.

He has overseen the connection of landmark projects, including the worlds largest offshore wind farm and the UKs largest battery storage facility, to the national grid.

Personality Overview

Consensus Focused

Optimistic

Non-Confrontational

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.  They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Grid Connection Reform
He is a key public voice on reforming the grid connection process, managing the application queue, and enabling faster hookups for strategic net-zero projects.
Renewable Energy Integration
He oversees the connection of major renewable assets, including the world's largest offshore wind farm and the UK's largest battery storage system, to the national grid.
The Net Zero Journey
He frequently frames his work and National Grid's role in the broader context of Britain's transition to a clean, fair, and affordable net-zero energy future.

Media Appearances

National Grid Connections Update – John Twomey (Connections Summit Presentation). Featured in SP Energy Networks

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Work History

10-2023
Director of Customer Connections at National Grid
10-2021 - 10-2023
Head of Customer Management at National Grid
12-2018 - 10-2021
Senior Market Development Manager (Electricity) at National Grid

Education

2000 - 2004
2:1 from University of Lancashire

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Insights For Selling To John

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence
  • Invite them for a lunch or a drink/coffee

DONT's

  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them
  • Don't be critical or challenge them openly, they can react defensively
  • Avoid overloading them with too much information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John

  • They are unlikely to say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John move?

  • They are not very fast decision makers, even while they continue to stay engaged.
  • Can John take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And John

Personality Compatibility


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