Philip Collinge

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Director of IT (Software and Integration) at Neighborly®

Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Philip Collinge is an experienced Technical Director and Solutions/Enterprise Architect with a focus on Microsoft Dynamics F&O. He has comprehensive experience in leading IT functions for software and integrations across multiple brands.

He earned a BSc Hons from the University of Staffordshire and a BSc from the University of Hertfordshire.

Philip is a specialist in business applications and an advisor on SOX and GDPR compliance.

Personality Overview

Achievment Oriented

Generous

Fast Adopter

They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.

Topics They Care About

Microsoft Dynamics F&O
As a specialist and key delivery lead, he has extensive experience deploying and managing MS Dynamics F&O services.
Business Transformation
Philip has been instrumental in implementing transformative changes, particularly in technology infrastructure and business systems.
IT Leadership
He has held senior IT leadership roles, responsible for vision and strategy for EMEA technology functions and software/integrations for UK & EU brands.

Media Appearances

Philip has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2025
Director of IT (Software and Integration) at Neighborly®
4-2022 - 5-2025
Director of Infrastructure EMEA at Funko
1-2018 - 4-2022
Senior IT Manager at Funko
1-2014 - 1-2018
Financial Systems Manager at Merlin Entertainments plc
1-2012 - 1-2014
Senior Project Manager at PRODWARE

Education

9-1990 - 9-1993
BSC Hons from University of Staffordshire
1987 - 1990
Bsc from University of Hertfordshire

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Insights For Selling To Philip

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but insert some anecdotes into it
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Philip is

  • Confidence in the product’s value is critical, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Philip

  • They will not hesitate to say no if they do not develop conviction.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Philip move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Philip take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Philip

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