Sam Biggerstaff
About Sam Biggerstaff
Sam Biggerstaff is the Director of Enterprise Sales for EMEA at Kontakt.io, where he focuses on integrating digital technologies in smart buildings. He has a diverse background, including military service and roles in major corporations like Amazon and CBRE.
Work at Kontakt.io
Sam Biggerstaff currently serves as the Director of Enterprise Sales for the EMEA region at Kontakt.io, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on bridging the gap between buildings and people, emphasizing a human-centric approach to digital enablement. He leverages his extensive experience in delivering and implementing digital building technologies to enhance operational efficiencies and achieve energy savings.
Previous Experience in Smart Buildings
Before joining Kontakt.io, Sam Biggerstaff held several key positions in the smart buildings sector. He worked as the Director of Business Development for Smart Buildings at CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) EMEA from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he was an Operations/Account Manager at Mitie from 2015 to 2017. His focus on the 'machine element' of smart buildings has equipped him with a deep understanding of the industry.
Military Background
Sam Biggerstaff served in the HM Forces as a member of the Corps of Royal Engineers, specifically with the 9 Parachute Squadron RE, from 2009 to 2014. This five-year tenure provided him with valuable skills and experiences that have contributed to his professional development.
Education and Training
Sam Biggerstaff studied at Aylesbury Grammar School and later attended the Royal School of Military Engineering, where he focused on Electrotechnical Studies and Practice (Military Engineering) from 2009 to 2011. This educational background laid the foundation for his subsequent career in engineering and technology.
Experience at Amazon and Other Roles
From 2017 to 2019, Sam Biggerstaff worked at Amazon as an EU Program Manager in Energy and Sustainability, where he contributed to initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency. He also held the position of Technical Services Manager at Overbury from 2014 to 2015 and gained experience in various large-scale programs with corporate businesses worldwide.