Peter Simmonds
About Peter Simmonds
Peter Simmonds serves as the Regional VP for EMEA at TEAM Software by WorkWave, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in technology and operations, having previously worked in various leadership roles at companies such as Origami, Marin Software, and PwC.
Current Role at TEAM Software
Peter Simmonds serves as the Regional Vice President for EMEA at TEAM Software by WorkWave. He has held this position since 2024, contributing to the company's strategic operations in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions. His role involves overseeing regional initiatives and ensuring alignment with the company's overall objectives.
Previous Experience at Origami
Prior to his current role, Peter Simmonds worked at Origami as Chief Operating Officer and Board Director from 2019 to 2023. During his tenure, he established a market-leading ESG strategy and successfully completed a £20M Series C fundraise from Barclays Sustainable Impact Fund. He focused the company on developing a high-growth SaaS product for grid-scale battery energy storage systems.
Professional Background in Technology and Consulting
Peter Simmonds has a diverse background in technology and consulting, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as a Development Manager at PwC from 2001 to 2006, and as a Technical Consultant at EDS Group from 1996 to 1999. His experience also includes positions at Marin Software, where he was accountable for the delivery and support of AdTech SaaS platforms.
Education and Qualifications
Peter Simmonds studied at Bournemouth University, where he achieved a degree in Business Information Technology from 1994 to 1997. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both business and technology, which he has applied throughout his career.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Throughout his career, Peter Simmonds has held several key positions in the technology sector. He worked as Head of Global Product Delivery & Support at Betfair from 2008 to 2012 and as Senior Vice President of Operations at Marin Software from 2016 to 2019. His roles have often involved leadership in operations and product delivery, contributing to significant projects and initiatives.