Nicola Atchison
About Nicola Atchison
Nicola Atchison serves as the Vice President of Sales for Workplace & Retail at Accruent, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in sales and management across various sectors, she specializes in proptech, space agility, and workforce management.
Current Role at Accruent
Nicola Atchison serves as the Vice President of Sales for Workplace & Retail at Accruent, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on driving sales strategies and solutions tailored for workplace and retail environments. Previously, she was the Vice President of Sales for Enterprise Solutions, International at Accruent, starting in 2019. Her leadership in these roles emphasizes her commitment to enhancing sales performance and customer engagement within the organization.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Nicola Atchison has a diverse background in sales and management across various organizations. She worked as the Vice President of Sales for Kykloud, an Accruent company, from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, she held the position of Sales Director at The Test Factory from 2012 to 2015. Her experience also includes roles such as Key Account Manager at 4 Projects and Account Director at Communicator, showcasing her extensive expertise in managing client relationships and driving sales growth.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Nicola Atchison has a solid educational foundation in management and marketing. She studied at The Open University, where she achieved qualifications in Strategic Marketing and Communications, as well as Strategic Performance in Business. Additionally, she completed a Diploma in Management at The Institute of Leadership and Management. Her early education includes an NVQ Level 4 in IT from ITEC NE, which she completed from 1997 to 2000.
Expertise in Proptech and Space Agility
Nicola Atchison specializes in proptech and space agility, focusing on innovative solutions such as VxMaintain and VxObserve. Her expertise extends to lease administration, accounting, and project management. She is involved in developing space, room, and desk booking solutions, as well as remote asset monitoring and energy management. Her knowledge in CAFM and workforce management further enhances her ability to deliver effective asset condition data capture and capital planning.
Leadership Roles in Various Organizations
Throughout her career, Nicola Atchison has held several leadership positions across different organizations. She served as Director of Government & Professional Certification at Enlight KS - a PSI Business from 2015 to 2018. Her earlier roles include Director of the Education & Publishing Division at The Test Factory from 2009 to 2013. These positions reflect her capability to lead teams and drive strategic initiatives in various sectors.