Simon Curry

Trailblazer
DISC Type : ID

Chief Executive Officer at Gradwell Communications Limited

Sherborne, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Simon is the CEO of Gradwell Communications, a technology and telecoms executive with a history in the FMCG and telecommunications sectors. He specializes in professionalizing and scaling businesses, with core competencies in E-Commerce and digital transformation. He holds a BSc from Aston University and is described by colleagues as an inspiring, approachable leader who brings clarity to business goals.

The successful sale of his previous company, Powwownow, to PGi stands out as a key career achievement.

Personality Overview

Achievement-Oriented

Persuasive

Assertive

If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion.  They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Topics They Care About

Scaling Businesses
His career focus is on professionalizing and growing companies, demonstrated by his leadership roles at Gradwell, Arkarius Holdings, and Powwownow.
Channel Partnerships
He led Gradwell's strategic transformation to a 100% channel-focused business to better serve the SME market through partners.
Cloud Communications
He is actively involved in launching new cloud-based products, such as Gradwell's 'Wave' phone system, and focuses on VoIP and UC solutions.

Media Appearances

Simon has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2019 - 11-2022
Chief Executive Officer at Gradwell Communications Limited
9-2017 - 1-2019
Consulting within telecoms/technology and B2C/B2B services at Consulting
9-2014 - 8-2017
Group Chief Executive at Arkarius Holdings Limited
10-2011 - 12-2013
Chief Executive Officer at Powwownow
10-2010 - 9-2011
Director, Global Alliances at BT Global Services

Education

BSc 2.1 from Aston University

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Insights For Selling To Simon

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too

DONT's

  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Simon is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Simon

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Simon move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Simon take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Simon

Personality Compatibility


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