Gwen Durrill
About Gwen Durrill
Gwen Durrill serves as the VP of Product and Co-Founder at Elder Lifestyle Concierge, bringing over 30 years of experience in IT management and product development across various technology sectors.
Work at Elder Lifestyle Concierge
Gwen Durrill serves as Co-Founder and VP Product at Elder Lifestyle Concierge, a position she has held since 2017. The company operates in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on providing lifestyle concierge services. In her role, Durrill is responsible for product development and strategic direction, leveraging her extensive experience in IT management and enterprise software.
Current Role at Peaxy, Inc.
Durrill has been with Peaxy, Inc. since 2012, where she holds the title of VP Product. In this capacity, she oversees product strategy and development, drawing on her background in cloud technologies and analytics. Her leadership has been instrumental in guiding the company’s product offerings in the competitive tech landscape of San Jose, CA.
Education and Expertise
Gwen Durrill earned her MBA from Santa Clara University and holds a BS in Computer Science and Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her educational background complements her extensive expertise in IT management, enterprise software, and various technologies, including Java and Complex Event Processing (CEP).
Background in Business Development
Durrill has a strong background in business development, having held various leadership roles across multiple organizations. Her experience includes positions at Cognizant Technology Solutions, Tivoli/IBM, and BEA Systems, where she focused on business development, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiation. This experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to drive product line ownership and strategic partnerships.
Professional Experience Overview
Throughout her career, Gwen Durrill has accumulated significant experience in engineering leadership and product management. She has held roles at notable companies such as Amdahl Corporation and BMC Software, where she was responsible for IT business management. Her diverse experience spans various verticals, including utilities, financial services, and manufacturing, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of market needs.