Paul Allen

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Chief Executive Officer at Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Paul is a seasoned CEO with extensive board experience across the private, public, and charity sectors. He leads the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability, leveraging a deep background in health and social care from roles at The Abbeyfield Society and the NHS. He holds an MA from the University of Oxford.

Outside of his executive duties, Paul is a passionate music fan who listens to U2 and attends the Glastonbury festival annually. He is also a supporter of the Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. His interest in wine led him to pursue a formal education with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET).

Unique fact: He was drawn to his current role after an interim period, inspired by the hospitals mission and the dedication of its staff to patients and their families.

Personality Overview

Appreciative

Fair-minded

Example Driven

They are more likely to go for proven solutions.  Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them. Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are.

Topics They Care About

Healthcare Leadership
Serves as CEO for a major neuro-disability hospital and previously led a large social care charity and held a COO/Deputy CEO role within the NHS.
Neuro-disability Care
Leads an organization focused on rehabilitation and long-term care for patients with complex brain injuries and neurological conditions, driving innovation in patient-centered care.
Charity Sector Management
Possesses significant experience leading and acting as a trustee for prominent charities, including his current hospital, The Abbeyfield Society, and the Soil Association.

Media Appearances

Paul Allen appears in Leaders Council podcast with Sir Geoff Hurst - Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability. Featured in Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (rhn.org.uk)

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Paul Allen talks to Leaders Council about successful leadership during Covid-19 - Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability. Featured in Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (rhn.org.uk)

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Paul Allen Appointed Chief Executive - Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability. Featured in Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (rhn.org.uk)

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Work History

6-2015
Chief Executive Officer at Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
4-2015 - 5-2015
Interim CEO at Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
9-2014 - 4-2015
Interim CEO at Soil Association Certification Ltd
8-2014 - 2-2023
Owner and Principal at PJA Management Limited
2-2014 - 5-2014
Non Executive Board Member at Care England

Education

5-2019 - 7-2019
Wine from WSET
1974 - 1978
BA Honours and MA from University of Oxford

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Insights For Selling To Paul

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal
  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.
  • Take time to make them feel comfortable before getting to the main pitch

DONT's

  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t sound very transactional

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Paul is

  • Relationship and rapport play a major role, followed by low risk and the presence of proof points.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Paul

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Paul move?

  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Paul take some risk or not?

  • They are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Paul

Personality Compatibility


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