Simon Swan
About Simon Swan
Simon Swan is the Head of Field Solutions Strategy at Talend and serves as the Director of Product Marketing at Qlik. With over 20 years of experience in data quality software and services, he has held various roles at helpIT systems, inc and other companies, specializing in data quality tools and cloud services.
Work at Talend
Simon Swan has been serving as the Head of Field Solutions Strategy at Talend since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies that enhance the company's field solutions offerings. Prior to this position, he worked as an Expert Solutions Engineer at Talend from 2020 to 2022, where he contributed to the development of solutions that address customer data management challenges.
Current Role at Qlik
Since 2023, Simon Swan has held the position of Director, Product Marketing at Qlik, working remotely from Austin, TX. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing product marketing strategies that align with the company's objectives and market demands. His experience in data quality and solutions strategy informs his approach to product marketing.
Professional Background
Simon Swan has a diverse professional background, primarily with helpIT systems, inc, where he held various roles from 2001 to 2015. His positions included Technical Consultant, Senior Software Architect, Regional Manager, Professional Services Manager, and Vice President of Business Development. This extensive experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of data quality software and services.
Education and Expertise
Simon Swan studied Chemistry at Newcastle University, earning a BSc from 1993 to 1997. He has developed expertise in data quality tools and services, including fuzzy and phonetic data matching algorithms and address correction engines. His skills also encompass product idea generation and professional services, particularly in NCOA Processing and CASS & PAF Certification.
Achievements in Data Quality Management
With over 20 years of experience in managing data quality software and services, Simon Swan has directly interacted with more than 300 customers, prospects, and technology partners. His focus has been on integrating data quality tools into applications and services, as well as extending data quality through Cloud Services to enhance on-demand service offerings.