Kerry West
About Kerry West
Kerry West is a Solutions Engineer and Subject Matter Expert with extensive experience in system sales, deployments, and training. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Pegasus Software Systems, WinSystems, Inc., and currently at Apptricity Corporation, where he advises on product requirements and coordinates solution delivery.
Work at Apptricity
Kerry West has been employed at Apptricity Corporation as a Solutions Engineer and Subject Matter Expert since 2015. In this role, Kerry provides functional and technical assistance to support system sales, deployments, and training. Kerry's responsibilities include advising Product Managers and Developers by defining requirements and writing specifications. Additionally, Kerry ensures that product features align with client needs and competitive offerings. This position involves coordinating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to design and deliver solutions effectively.
Previous Experience at WinSystems, Inc.
Before joining Apptricity, Kerry West worked at WinSystems, Inc. as a Senior Sales Engineer for 20 years, from 1995 to 2015, in Arlington, TX. In this capacity, Kerry gained extensive experience in performing end-to-end deployments, which included tasks such as Java server installation, data integration, and ETL processes. Kerry also focused on hardware configuration, customer training, and report writing and design, contributing to the overall success of the company's engineering and sales efforts.
Experience at Pegasus Software Systems
Kerry West began their career at Pegasus Software Systems, where they served as a Sales Executive from 1989 to 1995 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. This role provided Kerry with foundational experience in sales and customer engagement, which would later inform their approach in subsequent positions. The skills developed during this time contributed to Kerry's ability to consult effectively in discovery sessions and product demonstrations.
Education and Expertise
Kerry West studied at The University of Texas at Arlington, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Marketing and Marketing Management from 1981 to 1985. This educational background has equipped Kerry with a solid understanding of business principles and marketing strategies. Additionally, Kerry has pursued further education at IBM Corporation, completing the IBM Sales School in Atlanta, GA, since 1990, enhancing their expertise in sales and technical solutions.
Consulting and Project Management Skills
Kerry West provides consulting services that include conducting discovery sessions, proof of concept (POC) demonstrations, workflow analysis, project scope assessment, and product design discussions. These activities are aimed at ensuring that targeted goals are properly defined and met throughout the project lifecycle. Kerry's ability to coordinate with various stakeholders and cross-functional teams is essential for delivering solutions that meet client expectations and project timelines.