Russell Hutson

Activist
DISC Type : Cd

Head of Software at Synertec Ltd

Pyworthy, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Russell Hutson is the Head of Software at Synertec Ltd, leading teams of developers, managers, and QA professionals. His diverse career spans from guided weapons systems to eCommerce and logistics solutions. Colleagues describe him as a supportive, commercially minded, and reliable leader, and he is a certified Professional Scrum Master.

Outside of his professional role, Russell demonstrates a passion for hands-on technical projects and continuous learning. He recently built a custom solution to control air-conditioning units for his holiday let by integrating with the manufacturers API, showcasing his practical problem-solving skills and interest in modern development.

His career began with work on guided weapons systems before transitioning into commercial software and logistics.

Personality Overview

Perfectionist

Meticulous

Observative

They care equally about the product and its potential impact.  They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They don’t always try to control the conversation but neither do they like yielding it fully.

Topics They Care About

Team Leadership
Leads a multi-disciplinary team of developers, managers, and QA professionals and is described by colleagues as a supportive and transformative leader.
Test Automation
Is actively hiring for senior test automation roles, indicating a current focus on strengthening QA capabilities using modern frameworks like Playwright.
Process Automation
Has direct experience as an Automation and Integration Consultant and currently builds logistics and postal solutions, which are heavily reliant on automation.

Media Appearances

Russell has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2025
Head of Software at Synertec Ltd
3-2025
Automation and Integration Consultant at Feeed Professional
3-2022 - 3-2025
Group Head Of Applications and Development at JPGL
6-2018 - 3-2022
Development Manager at Exertis UK
10-2013 - 3-2022
Web Development Manager at Exertis UK

Education

1985 - 1987
HND from Brighton MET
1978 - 1985
BTEC HND from The Grove School, St. Leonards-on-sea

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Insights For Selling To Russell

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Stress on the business value that your product offers
  • Make sure that you you respond to any queries from them quickly
  • Refer to testimonials from others in similar positions

DONT's

  • Don’t expect them to change their mind quickly if they say no once
  • Avoid long winding pitches, stay objective
  • Refrain from asking too many questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Russell is

  • Belief in the product plays an important role, followed by objective proof and testimonials.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Russell

  • They may hesitate slightly, but if they are not convinced, they will say no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Russell move?

  • They are neither the fastest decision makers nor the slowest.
  • Can Russell take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks only after they have analyzed the advantages and disadvantages.

You And Russell

Personality Compatibility


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