Edward Hickling
About Edward Hickling
Edward Hickling serves as the EMEA Alliance Vice President at Anaplan, where he has worked since 2011, focusing on improving business processes in the EMEA region. He has over a decade of experience in transitioning companies to more efficient project management systems and optimizing spreadsheet capabilities.
Work at Anaplan
Edward Hickling has served as the EMEA Alliance Vice President at Anaplan since 2011. In this role, he has played a key part in guiding organizations in the EMEA region to transition from outdated on-premise project management solutions to more efficient systems. His focus includes enhancing company performance through the optimization of spreadsheet capabilities, which has contributed to the overall effectiveness of business processes.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to his tenure at Anaplan, Edward Hickling worked at IBM Business Analytics for a total of seven years. He held the position of EMEA Alliance Manager from 2004 to 2009, followed by a role as Strategic Alliances Manager from 2009 to 2011. During his time at IBM, he was involved in managing strategic partnerships and alliances, which helped improve business processes across the EMEA region.
Early Career at Adaytum
Edward Hickling began his career at Adaytum, where he worked as a Named Account Manager from 2002 to 2004. In this role, he was responsible for managing key accounts and contributing to the company's growth in the business analytics sector. His experience at Adaytum laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in strategic alliances and business process improvement.
Education and Expertise
Edward Hickling has over a decade of experience in improving business processes, particularly within the EMEA region. His expertise lies in transitioning companies to more efficient project management systems and optimizing the use of spreadsheet capabilities. This extensive background has equipped him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations in the business analytics landscape.