Michael Ellis
About Michael Ellis
Michael Ellis serves as the Enterprise Director at Workato, where he focuses on empowering non-developers to automate workflows. He has held various leadership roles in sales and digital transformation across multiple companies, including UiPath, Oracle, and IBM.
Current Role at Workato
Michael Ellis serves as the Enterprise Director at Workato, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on empowering non-developers in business functions to lead and manage the automation of their workflows. He is also involved in supporting Workato's ESG net zero strategy through innovative digital automation solutions. His leadership contributes to the promotion of Workato's platform, which is recognized as a leader in both the Gartner Magic Quadrant and Forrester Wave for integration platforms.
Previous Experience at UiPath
Prior to his current role, Michael Ellis worked at UiPath as the Sales Director for Large Enterprise in the UK and Ireland from 2017 to 2022. During his five years at UiPath, he played a significant role in driving sales and expanding the company's presence in the automation market. His experience in this position contributed to his expertise in digital transformation and automation.
Career Background in Technology Sales
Michael Ellis has a diverse background in technology sales, having held several key positions in notable companies. He worked at Oracle as the Fusion Middleware Sales Leader from 2007 to 2013, and prior to that, he served as a Sales Manager at BEA Systems Inc from 2005 to 2007. His career also includes roles at IBM as the Digital Process Automation Sales Leader from 2013 to 2017 and at Zomax Inc as a Business Development Executive from 2003 to 2005.
Educational Background
Michael Ellis has a strong educational foundation in project management and technology. He studied Applied Project Management at University College Dublin, earning a Diploma from 2002 to 2003. He also holds a Certificate in Computer Science from Letterkenny Institute of Technology, which he completed from 1981 to 1983. Additionally, he obtained a Mini MBA in Digital Transformation and Automation from Columbia University in 2015 and completed training at IBM Sales School in 2014. His academic journey includes a Higher National Diploma in Marketing from the University of Westminster and an MA in Marketing from the University of West London.
Advocacy for Accessible Technology
Michael Ellis advocates for the use of plain English and drag-and-drop features in technology, aiming to make it more accessible to non-IT functions. His approach emphasizes the importance of simplifying technology to empower users across various business functions, enhancing their ability to engage with automation tools effectively.