George Read
About George Read
George Read is a Sales Manager in IT Operations at Squared Up, where he has worked since 2019. With a background in business development and a strong educational foundation in geography and sciences, he helps customers across EMEA, APAC, and the US optimize their IT monitoring and observability solutions.
Current Role at SquaredUp
George Read serves as the Sales Manager for IT Operations at SquaredUp, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees the sales process for the IT Ops sales team, focusing on introducing enterprise-level customers to System Center Operations Manager (SCOM), Azure, and Software as a Service (SaaS) observability solutions. He assists customers across EMEA, APAC, and the US, guiding them from proof of concept through to implementation. His efforts aim to ensure that clients achieve both immediate and sustained return on investment.
Previous Experience at Diamond Style (UK) Ltd
Before joining SquaredUp, George Read worked at Diamond Style (UK) Ltd as a Business Development Executive from 2016 to 2019. During his three years at the company, he focused on business development strategies and customer engagement. His experience at Diamond Style provided him with a solid foundation in sales and customer relationship management.
Educational Background
George Read's educational journey began at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, where he achieved 11 GCSEs graded A-C, including Mathematics and English, from 2007 to 2009. He then attended Edge Hill University, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Geography from 2009 to 2012. Prior to these, he studied at Banovallum Secondary School in Horncastle, where he completed his studies and obtained a bachelor's degree from 2003 to 2007.
Expertise in IT Monitoring and Observability
George Read possesses extensive knowledge of the challenges associated with IT monitoring and observability. His expertise extends to enterprise IT infrastructure and e-commerce, enabling him to understand the complexities faced by businesses in these areas. He enjoys the challenge of acquiring new business and consistently meeting sales targets, demonstrating his commitment to driving growth and success in his field.