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Ash Guth

Ash Guth

Technology Sales
Sydney,NSW

Summary

My career in technology spans 14+ years in roles from hands on technical to Account Management, Business Development and more recently as a Microsoft Licensing & Technology Specialist. I am a natural networker and relish working collaboratively with collages and clients alike. I work well in leading and developing other people around me who may be either more technically or business orientated. I have a long successful track record in advising clients in how to procure Microsoft Licensing and manage Microsoft as a vendor and a key partner. I am proficient in the various Microsoft Technologies from Office365 through to Azure and have extensive experience and acute knowledge of positioning and negotiating all Microsoft Licensing agreements from OPEN through to the EA including CSP and SPLA agreements. Enthusiastic and upbeat Disc Jockey experience in exciting live audiences at special events. Customizes music and performance strategies for clubs, parties and receptions. Talented business person with record of success in bringing in new clients. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

I also DJ as a hobby but have played a few gigs such as Gatecrasher and for various bars. I can blend the music to meet the atmosphere the setting requires. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have a gig or party you want a decent DJ for. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Key Account Manager

Crayon Australia
Sydney, Australia
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to return to work in Sydney by the GM of Australia, from a several months rehabilitation in England, by Mat Howard, who I previously worked with a Insight when I was in Perth
  • I was a lone ranger tasked with growing the Crayon business myself where I was successful in identifying 2 rather large AWS opportunity equating for a near $400K GP combined, plus ongoing services off-the-back of these 2 opportunities
  • I was released from Crayon during my probation period stating that my performance wasn't at where it should be, but I think as Mat Howard was out of the business due to a family trauma and the new Sales Director saw by firing me when it was an opportunity to improve his P&L by letting me go before my probation period was over

Microsoft Solutions Specialist

Insight Australia
Sydney, Australia
09.2018 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: ANZ wide role working with & supporting clients directly in collaboration with the Insight Sales Professionals across both Licensing & Services functions
  • Up-skilling Account Managers & sales leads, assisting with the development of the Microsoft opportunities
  • Working with Microsoft Specialists and Account Managers to ensure renewal/anniversaries are processed effectively and on-time
  • Managing communication internally & externally about Microsoft Products and licensing
  • Lead and develop both Sales and Marketing projects in collaboration with the Marketing and Senior Leaders in various functions and consulting practices
  • Led the development and roll out of a new Microsoft Renewal Process (MRP) where the Insight Microsoft Success Team were at the centre of the EA Renewal process providing value added skills such as License & Cost Analysis, coaching Sellers and managing key milestones
  • Managing opportunities and helping progress them closely with sales and Microsoft Account Managers
  • ANZ wide role working with & supporting clients directly in collaboration with the Insight Sales Professionals across both Licensing & Services functions

Senior Sales Account Manager

Insight Australia
Sydney, Australia
08.2015 - 08.2018
  • Relocated by the business from Perth to Sydney to bolster the NSW and East Coast Sales Team
  • Managing and developing a portfolio of Commercial Accounts to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly and annual targets
  • Develop the sales teams Microsoft Licensing abilities
  • Successful YoY growth of over 110%

Business Development Manager

Insight Australia
Perth, Australia
10.2013 - 07.2015
  • Relocated from Insight UK to Insight Australia to turnaround a failing satellite office commercial portfolio
  • Developed local services partnerships of which one partnership was ultimately acquired by Insight
  • Successful growth of the portfolio of between 110-130% YoY Growth

DJ

Gatecrasher & The Replublic club
Sheffield , South Yorkshire
09.2000 - Current
  • Arranged libraries and playlists of music in advance of live events.
  • Entertained guests with music matching desired genres and tempo.
  • Worked with clients to determine requirements for each party or event.
  • Adjusted music plans based on crowd preferences and mood.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Master of Science (MSc) - Geographic Information Systems

Sheffield Hallam University
01.2012

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Environmental Science

Sheffield Hallam University
01.2005

Skills

  • Microsoft Licensing (MCP)
  • Microsoft Technologies
  • Software Asset Management
  • Cloud & On-Premise Technologies
  • Client Facing / Presenting
  • Relationship Development
  • Effective Communicator
  • Problem solver
  • Tender & Copy Writing
  • Managing GO-TOMARKET IT Marketing Campaigns
  • Microsoft Certified Professional Licensing for Large
  • Microsoft Surface
  • Microsoft Enterprise Mobility & Security m&S
  • Adobe Sales Professional
  • VMware Sales Professional
  • Citrix Sales Professional

Professionalattributes

  • Managed & Closed a number of Professional Services deals across Cloud Migrations with Office365, Azure as well as Software Asset Management engagements
  • Social Influencer | 00+ Linkedin 1st Connection & direct followers
  • Large IT Professional Network
  • Directly managed, negotiated & closed numerous Microsoft Enterprise Agreements (EA's) including Net New & Renewal contracts
  • Microsoft Certified Professional Licensing for Large
  • Microsoft Surface
  • Microsoft Enterprise Mobility & Security m&S
  • Adobe Sales Professional
  • VMware Sales Professional
  • Citrix Sales Professional
  • DJ'ing funky house, progressive and break beats

Timeline

Key Account Manager

Crayon Australia
07.2024 - 09.2024

Microsoft Solutions Specialist

Insight Australia
09.2018 - 12.2023

Senior Sales Account Manager

Insight Australia
08.2015 - 08.2018

Business Development Manager

Insight Australia
10.2013 - 07.2015

DJ

Gatecrasher & The Replublic club
09.2000 - Current

Master of Science (MSc) - Geographic Information Systems

Sheffield Hallam University

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Environmental Science

Sheffield Hallam University
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