Paul Attrill

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Global Training Director, Kent at Kent

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

Paul Attrill is the Global Training Director at Kent, leveraging extensive experience from senior roles including VP of Sales at 3t EnerMech and COO at Advanced Industrial Solutions (AIS). He is a leader in developing training and competency solutions for the global energy sector, focusing on enhancing workforce skills and operational readiness.

Originally from North Tyneside, Paul is proud of his roots and has played a key role in establishing world-class training facilities in the North East of England, welcoming clients and trainees from around the globe to the region. He is passionate about fostering local talent to support growing energy industries.

He has a track record of launching major training centers, including a multi-million pound skills academy in North Shields and international facilities in Guyana and Vietnam.

Personality Overview

Fair-minded

Good Listener

Example Driven

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.  They are more likely to go for proven solutions. Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.

Topics They Care About

Local Talent Development
He is passionate about creating skilled, local workforces in emerging energy regions like Guyana and Saudi Arabia, establishing training centers to upskill local personnel.
Energy Sector Training
His career is dedicated to providing world-class training in areas like offshore survival, firefighting, and technical skills for the oil, gas, and wind industries.
Workforce Readiness
He focuses on shaping young talent from the grassroots level, ensuring they have the competencies and work ethic needed for careers in engineering and manufacturing.

Media Appearances

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Work History

11-2024
Global Training Director, Kent at Kent
3-2022 - 11-2024
VP, Sales, 3t EnerMech at 3t EnerMech
10-2018 - 3-2022
Director International Business Development at 3T Energy Group
7-2015 - 3-2022
Chief Operating Officer at Advanced Industrial Solutions (AIS)
1-2011 - 7-2015
Group Strategic Development Manager at Advanced Industrial Solutions (AIS)

Education

Paul has no verified education history

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Exp : 31 Location : Dubai, United Arab Emirates Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Global Training Director, Kent at Kent
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Insights For Selling To Paul

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision
  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal

DONT's

  • Don’t sound very transactional
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Paul is

  • Relationships can play a major role, followed by low risk and strong market validation.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Paul

  • They are not very direct, and unlikely to say no to your face.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Paul move?

  • They can take their time to make decisions, even if they are constantly involved and friendly.
  • Can Paul take some risk or not?

  • It is unlikely that they will take many risks.

You And Paul

Personality Compatibility


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