Robin Parkinson

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Managing Director at Evolve Group

Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

Robin Parkinson is the Managing Director of Evolve Group, an Aberdeen-based company specializing in business automation, ERP, and BI. He leads a team of over 30 people and has driven the companys expansion, including opening a London office. He is focused on using technology and AI to help businesses improve efficiency and make data-driven decisions.

Outside of work, Robin is a passionate advocate for local environmental issues. He has been a vocal opponent of a housing development on protected green belt land in his community of Cults, Aberdeen, actively encouraging public objection to preserve the areas wildlife and natural character.

He is a hands-on leader who champions his team, publicly crediting them for the companys success and award nominations.

Personality Overview

Consensus Focused

Amiable & Agreeable

Non-Confrontational

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals.  They tend to be agreeable by nature, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.
 Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Generative AI
Is leading his company in developing NXXA, a Gen AI platform that can operate offline to ensure client data privacy and security, which he calls a "labour of love. "
Business Automation
His professional focus is on ERP, automation, and business intelligence, helping companies streamline operations and improve efficiency through digital transformation.
Team Empowerment
Publicly attributes his company's success and award nominations directly to the "frankly incredible team" he leads, showing he values his employees' contributions.

Media Appearances

Robin has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2017
Managing Director at Evolve Group
10-2015 - 12-2016
UK Manager IT Business at Cegal AS-Closed
6-1999 - 10-2015
Owner at Escape Business Technologies
5-1999 - 10-2015
Managing Director at Escape Business Technologies

Education

1985 - 1991
Education details unavailable from Robert Gordons College
Education details unavailable from Robert Gordons College

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Exp : 26 Location : Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Managing Director at Evolve Group
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Insights For Selling To Robin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries
  • Give them the opportunity to lead the conversation where possible

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow
  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Don’t be excessively objective, be like a storyteller with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Robin is

  • Relationships and rapport matter to them, but so does the value of the product.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Robin

  • They are unlikely to say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Robin move?

  • They are not very fast decision makers, even while they continue to stay engaged.
  • Can Robin take some risk or not?

  • If it seems really necessary, they can take small risks.

You And Robin

Personality Compatibility


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