Marcus Wimalajeewa

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DISC Type : dc

Data Engineer at Slalom Build

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Marcus is a Data Engineer at Slalom in Melbourne, focusing on sharing data-driven decision-making technologies. A Monash University scholarship recipient, his background includes wealth management and financial services policy. People who have worked with him describe him as having a strong work ethic, being determined, and being a great team player.

He has a keen interest in the intersection of finance and technology, having covered US congressional hearings, DC Fintech Week, and annual meetings for the World Bank and IMF. He also co-authored a research paper on the future of digital assets, demonstrating his deep interest in financial innovation.

Unique fact: Marcus has co-authored academic research on digital assets with the UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies.

Personality Overview

ROI Conscious

Demanding

Upfront

They respond well to confident salespeople.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.

Topics They Care About

Data-Driven Decisions
His role at Slalom focuses on empowering customers and businesses by sharing technologies and processes for making data-driven decisions.
Financial Technology
He has covered Georgetown's DC Fintech week and interned in digital finance, focusing on the impact of technology on financial services.
Digital Assets
Co-authored a research paper titled "A new era for digital assets" in collaboration with the UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies.

Media Appearances

Marcus has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2021
Data Engineer at Slalom Build
11-2019 - 12-2019
Wealth Management Intern at RINA Wealth Management Services LLC
7-2019 - 11-2019
Regulatory Affairs: Digital Finance Intern at Institute of International Finance
1-2019 - 2-2019
Marketing Intern at iBuild Building Solutions
12-2015 - 6-2017
Traffic Controller at Traffic-Zone

Education

2016 - 2020
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom/ Bachelor of Arts -BA from Monash University

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Exp : 6 Location : Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Job Level : Middle Designation : Data Engineer at Slalom Build
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Insights For Selling To Marcus

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions
  • Be crisp while making the pitch
  • Tell them that you are there to help them create visible impact within their organization

DONT's

  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Don’t try to be an alpha salesperson, give them equal space

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Marcus is

  • Belief in the product plays an important role, followed by objective proof and testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Marcus

  • They may hesitate slightly, but if they are not convinced, they will say no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Marcus move?

  • Their decision making speed is somewhere in the middle.
  • Can Marcus take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks only after they have analyzed the advantages and disadvantages.

You And Marcus

Personality Compatibility


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