Gary Thomson
About Gary Thomson
Gary Thomson is the VP Sales - Energy and TOLA Portfolio at Endava, with expertise in cloud engineering and a background in global account management and organizational change management.
Current Position and Responsibilities
Gary Thomson currently serves as the Vice President of Sales - Energy and TOLA Portfolio at Endava, based in Houston, Texas, United States. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in cloud engineering and sales to lead initiatives within the energy and TOLA sectors. His responsibilities include developing and managing strategic sales operations to drive growth and meet the company's business objectives.
Previous Experience and Career Progression
Prior to joining Endava, Gary Thomson held various senior positions across different companies and industries. From 2018 to 2023, he was the Director of Business Development at EPAM Systems in Houston, Texas. He also served as the Enterprise Sales Director for Cloud Consulting Services at Hewlett Packard Enterprise between 2017 and 2018. His career includes roles such as Chevron Global Account Manager at Hitachi Vantara, Vice President Asia Pacific at China National Petroleum Corporation, and Shell Global Account Manager at EMC. Additionally, he has held strategic sales and account management positions at Aspen Technology, Infor, and Shell, further demonstrating his versatile capabilities in business development and sales leadership.
Education and Certifications
Gary Thomson has a robust educational background with degrees and certifications from prestigious institutions. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Portsmouth and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management from Kingston University. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Farnborough College of Technology. Recognizing the importance of continuous learning, he has pursued several short courses and certifications, including studies at Harvard Law School, Yale University, and Advanced Learning Interactive Systems Online. His certifications include AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Google Cloud Engineer Associate, and Cloud Digital Leader, highlighting his expertise in modern cloud technologies.
Specialized Skills and Domain Knowledge
Gary Thomson specializes in cloud engineering across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS models, with extensive experience using AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform ecosystems. His skill set includes agile software development, DevOps, IoT, machine learning, artificial intelligence, RPA, big data, and advanced analytics. He collaborates with clients globally, addressing modernization challenges and leveraging deep domain knowledge to maximize business outcomes. Additionally, he is adept in organizational change management and global account management, providing comprehensive strategies for business growth and transformation.
Personal Interests and Continuous Learning
Outside of his professional pursuits, Gary Thomson is an adventure sports enthusiast and a lifelong learner with a passion for continuous education and skill development. His educational journey spans diverse fields, including Chinese Studies at Beijing Language and Culture University, Financial Markets at Yale University, and Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. This continuous learning ethos reflects his commitment to staying updated with the latest trends and advancements in his field, ensuring he brings the best knowledge and practices to his professional undertakings.