Colin Urquhart
About Colin Urquhart
Colin Urquhart is an IoT Specialist at TELUS and IBM Canada Ltd., with extensive experience in software account management and digital transformation.
Current Role at TELUS
Colin Urquhart currently holds the position of IoT Specialist for Enterprise & Public Sector at TELUS in the Toronto, Canada Area. He plays a significant role in integrating IT, network, and mobility in secure manners to facilitate digital transformation. He actively collaborates with public sector leaders to improve both employee and citizen experiences using IoT and various digital processes.
Software Account Manager at IBM Canada
In addition to his role at TELUS, Colin Urquhart is also employed at IBM Canada Ltd. as a Software Account Manager for the IBM Internet of Things (IoT) in the Toronto, Canada Area. He specializes in working with clients to implement IoT solutions that enhance business transformation efforts, focusing on overcoming challenges like siloed IT projects and legacy network practices.
Educational Background
Colin Urquhart has a diverse educational background. He studied Business Administration and Management at Ryerson University. He holds a certification in Professional Digital Selling from the Digital Marketing Institute and a certification in Management Skills from CMC. Additionally, he completed a Program Analyst certification from the Institute for Computer Studies.
Past Experiences in Sales and Management
Colin Urquhart has an extensive history in sales and management. Between 2009 and 2010, he was a Senior Software Account Manager at Blair Technology. From 2006 to 2009, he served as the National Channel Manager for IBM Software at Tech Data Canada Corporation. Before that, he worked for AAT as Sales Manager for Software & Services from 2003 to 2005. His earlier roles include serving as a Software Account Manager at IBM Canada from 1995 to 2003, and as a Sales Manager at The Insurance Claims Center from 1989 to 1995.
Digital Transformation and IoT Expertise
Colin Urquhart specializes in optimizing operations and improving public services through the use of IoT, Cloud, Big Data, and Managed Services. At TELUS, he has been part of the team that established the Office of Transformation, aimed at sharing insights and learnings with customers. His work focuses on key challenges including siloed IT projects, legacy network practices, and proactive security measures.