Mark Kelly

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SVP, Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Overview

Mark Kelly is the Senior Vice President of Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton, where he leads the Centre for Intelligent Power. With a background in AI, semiconductors, and system architecture from his time at Intel Labs, he focuses on integrating AI into power management solutions. He holds a Ph. D. from University College Dublin.

Outside of his corporate role, he is the host of the "AI Ireland" podcast, where he explores the applications of artificial intelligence in business and society. In college, he was active in the Student Union and debating, and more recently has shown support for mental health awareness causes.

Unique fact: His Ph. D. research involved designing an ultra-reliable, low-latency performance standard for high-performance industrial networks.

Personality Overview

Candid & Clear

Decisive

Very Quick

They respond better to strong and respectful interactions.  They like to move fast and expect the same from others. They are not always relationship oriented.

Topics They Care About

AI in Energy
He frequently writes and speaks about AI's transformative role in enhancing grid reliability, efficiency, and the future of energy infrastructure.
Intelligent Power
As the leader of Eaton's Centre for Intelligent Power, this is his core professional focus, driving the integration of AI and ML into Eaton's portfolio.
AI Adoption
As the host of the "AI Ireland" podcast, he explores the broader impact and widespread adoption of AI across various business sectors and society.

Media Appearances

Mark has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
SVP, Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton
10-2020 - 1-2025
Vice President, Technology Leadership & Corporate Architect, Intelligent Power and Digital Solutions at Eaton
9-2018 - 10-2020
Global Technology Director Data Science & Centre for Intelligent Power at Eaton
2017 - 10-2020
Director & Principal Engineer IoT Solutions at Intel Labs at Intel Labs
4-2017 - 9-2018
Principal Engineer at Intel Labs

Education

2011 - 2016
Ph.D. from University College Dublin
2010 - 2011
Msc from University College Dublin
2000 - 2003
BSC from Dublin City University
1996 - 2000
Degree from Waterford Institute of Technology

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Insights For Selling To Mark

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending time doing small talk
  • Objectively showcase the impact that your product creates
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Do not spend too much time focusing on product tech or features
  • Don’t focus on process and rules, give the impression of being a ‘gets it done’ person
  • Don’t take too much time in sending them information if they ask for any

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mark is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mark

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no without any hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mark move?

  • They can reach decisions fairly quickly if they are convinced.
  • Can Mark take some risk or not?

  • They don’t mind risks but can be quite binary about them.

You And Mark

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