Phil Atkinson
About Phil Atkinson
Phil Atkinson serves as the Director of Alliances & Channels for the EMEA Region at Proven Optics, a position he has held since 2023. With extensive experience in strategic partnerships across various companies, he has developed a strong network and a proven track record in driving revenue growth through alliances.
Current Role at Proven Optics
Phil Atkinson serves as the Director of Alliances & Channels for the EMEA region at Proven Optics since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships and channel relationships across the region. His focus is on driving revenue growth through effective alliance strategies and channel enablement.
Previous Experience at Commvault
At Commvault, Phil held the position of Director of Alliances for the EMEA region from 2015 to 2017. During his tenure, he was based in Reading, United Kingdom, where he worked on enhancing the company's partner ecosystem and fostering collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
Career Background in Strategic Alliances
Phil Atkinson has extensive experience in strategic alliances, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was the HP Global Alliances Director at Binary Tree for six months in 2014, and served as the European Director of Strategic Alliances at Mimecast from 2012 to 2014. His career also includes a five-year role at ServiceNow as the Partner Ecosystem and GTM Lead for the UK Public Sector.
Long-standing Industry Connections
Phil has developed a strong network of contacts across the Advisory, IT Consulting/Integrator, Service Provider, and IT Vendor landscape. His ability to cultivate long-standing, multi-tiered relationships with partners has been a cornerstone of his career success, enabling him to effectively drive business growth.
Community Involvement and Charitable Work
In addition to his professional achievements, Phil has served as an ambassador and fundraising speaker for MacMillan Cancer Support. This involvement showcases his commitment to community engagement and charitable causes, reflecting his values beyond the corporate environment.