Ross Macdonald
About Ross Macdonald
Ross Macdonald is the Sales Manager EMEA, Middle East, and Africa at Matterport and a Sales Leader at SoftwareONE, with over a decade of experience in sales and business development within the technology solutions industry.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Ross Macdonald is currently working at Matterport as the Sales Manager for EMEA, Middle East and Africa. Additionally, he holds the role of Sales Leader for LA and Orange County at Softwareone. These positions involve overseeing sales strategies and driving business growth in their respective geographic regions. Located in Sunnyvale, California, for Matterport and Stans, Nidwalden, Switzerland, for Softwareone, Ross effectively manages teams and coordinates international sales efforts.
Previous Experience at Softwareone
Ross Macdonald has been a part of SoftwareONE since 2011. Over the years, he has held various roles, starting as an Internal Sales Executive, then advancing to Business Development Manager for four years. In 2016, he briefly served as the Global Software Portfolio Manager. His long tenure at SoftwareONE has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of sales and business development in the software industry.
Educational Background
Ross Macdonald pursued his higher education at The University of Huddersfield, studying Business Management and earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2007 to 2011. Prior to this, he completed his secondary education at Woodkirk High School and attended Westerton Junior School. This educational foundation provided Ross with the essential knowledge and skills in business management that he applies in his professional career.
Expertise in Technology Solutions
With over a decade of experience in sales and business development within the technology solutions industry, Ross Macdonald has a solid background in Software Portfolio Management (SPM) services. This expertise encompasses commercial, technology, compliance, and governance aspects. His proficiency with Matterport's technology, particularly in digital twins and 3D models, highlights his role in projects that emphasize virtual collaboration and remote site assessments.
Experience with Matterport's Technology
Ross Macdonald has played a significant role in projects utilizing Matterport's technology. His work includes creating accurate digital footprints for construction and design projects, integrating legacy design processes into new facilities, and generating BIM and CAD files from digital twins. Additionally, Ross has used tools like Matterport's Measurement Mode to ensure compliance with standards such as ADA and the Notes tool for collaborative design processes. He has also leveraged Mattertags for post-construction maintenance documentation, contributing to significant cost and time savings.