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EMEA NEWS |
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Introducing Managing Director, EMEA Sales
Julien joins Spectralink having spent over nine years at Acer, one of the world’s top information and communications technology companies. In his most recent role at Acer, Julien was the EMEA Sales Leader for their Smart Products and IoT solutions. Prior to that he spent over eight years at Sagem/Safran a large consumer electronics and communications system company as their Head of Sales for the UK and Ireland. He has pan-European experience and has lead teams across northern and eastern Europe.
Julien joins Spectralink with a great desire to build on our existing channel partnership maximizing the KIRK legacy and DECT Innovation project, as well as overseeing the growth of Wi-Fi market and the Versity smartphone.
Julien is a French national who has been living in the UK for the best part of the last 15 years. Outside of work, Julien has a passion for the world of sports in general, including football and squash which he plays regularly. Julien is fond of History and Geography and is an avid traveller with a taste for different cultures and exploration; this has led him to become also a very attentive observer of the world with a lot of interests on detailed news, analysis and understanding of global issues.
Finally, social commitment is also a key element for Julien who is always ready to be involved within his community and to help with non- profit tasks such as Charity activities or with schools
Introducing Director of EMEA Services and solutions
Simon has been with Spectralink as a consultant since Jan 2018 and has been focussed on delivering the Go-To-Market for Spectralink’s Distributor program. Simon is looking forward to working with the existing experienced Services team in EMEA and also driving the growth of Spectralink Solutions including Spectralink’s cloud based centralised management system. Prior to joining Spectralink Simon worked in Seattle, USA with Microsoft as the Director of Business Operations for their Devices division. Simon has also worked across several high-profile global organisations across Technology, Telecoms, Retail and FMCG. Such as Nokia, PepsiCo, 20th Century Fox & Sainsburys. Simon has a successful background in roles across Commercial, Business Operations, Go-To-Market and Category Management. Simon is a strong consensus builder with a ‘Can-Do’ attitude and is highly effective in delivering transformational change to improve business processes and results. In his spare time Simon loves nothing more than being on two wheels as he is an avid cyclist.
Introducing Inside Sales Accounting Manager for Northern Europe
We have the pleasure of welcoming Eva Sazanavets to the EMEA Sales Team. Eva has 4 years B2B sales experience, including Cisco Services. Eva holds a bachelor’s degree in International business and economics from Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies. In her spare time she enjoys very active holidays with friends and family. Most recent adventure was parasailing over sunny Antalya.
Introducing Sales Operations Specialist
We are also delighted to welcome Kristine Smilniece to the EMEA team, Kristine joined us in September 2018 as Sales Operations Specialist. Kristine comes with great experience of working in a SMB at Jarmany, a data services consultancy working across Europe with clients such as Microsoft and Nokia. But most recently worked at a large corp. in Samsung Electronics UK, as a Market Intelligence and Strategy Manager for Mobile division.
On a personal note, she is originally from Latvia and therefore fluent in Latvian and English. She is a keen traveler and likes nothing more to visit new places, make friends and learn more about local culture.
Want to win a FitBit Versa Smartwatch or Nintendo Switch?
Follow to win - Simply follow Spectralink on Twitter!
From today until the end of October 2018, we are running a prize draw, if you give our twitter account a ‘follow’ you will be entered into a prize draw to win a Fitbit Versa Smartwatch. Remember you can follow us as a ‘Partner’ or as an individual, all follows will be entered into our free prize draw, subject to Terms and Conditions. The winner will be announced in the November edition of Spectralink Connect. Terms and conditions can be found here.
And…
Register to win - Simply register on Spectralink’s Partner Access
In addition to our Twitter contest, you can also win a Nintendo Switch by simply registering on our Partner Portal!
Our Partner Portal is packed with useful product, sales, marketing and services tools, training, and assets. Plus, with access to the Partner Access portal, you will receive all the latest Spectralink news, prices and product launch information. Register today! Terms and conditions can be found here.
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RESOURCE CENTER |
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Infographic: Why Android 8 Oreo is one tough cookie when it comes to mobile security
Spectralink has just released a new infographic, entitled, Why Android 8 Oreo is one tough cookie when it comes to mobile security Mobility. Our infographic is designed to explore the individual strengths that come with using Oreo with devices like Spectralink's Versity enterprise smartphone. From the rigorous and relentless prevention provided by Google Play Protect, to the protective oversight enabled by proactive features such as Safe Browsing, Wi-Fi Assistant and Verified Boot, your customers will discover the clear strengths that set this Android 8 Oreo and Versity platform apart as an ideal choice for your mobile security solution. Find the infographic here.
Technical Tips
In this month's technical tips section, we have a a detailed video demonstration of Versity's durability as it goes through rigorous drop testing certification. Follow the link below to watch the demonstration:
Versity Drop Test Certification
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PRODUCT NEWS |
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Q3 Software Launch
Spectralink is proud to confirm the latest software release is due mid-October, with significant Security updates, phonebook and directory functionality and introducing the new Software Assurance license.
Introducing Software Assurance
In the October Price List, we will be introducing Software Assurance, specifically designed to complement our DECT solutions, to ensure our customers receive personalized software support, from our dedicated team, plus access to all available software upgrades, including; new features, service updates and security enhancements for an all-inclusive annual subscription fee. More information relating to this product launch will be released shortly.
Versity University
Spectralink is proud to introduce the new VERSITY UNIVERSITY webinar training program! We have prepared a multi-session learning program to give you as much information about Versity as possible over four weeks this fall. Webinar sessions will run twice per week, with each session lasting around 40 minutes. Sessions will be packed with demos and product information. Sessions will be recorded and posted. Keep a look out for the invites coming shortly, and click HERE for a tentative schedule and detailed description of each session.
Product Bulletins
The following bulletins were announced in the last month:
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TRAINING |
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Spectralink DECT Technical Certification
Our final technical DECT certification course of 2018 is scheduled for October 23-24 in Munich, Germany.
We only have limited spaces so hurry and reserve your place now!
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TRADE SHOWS |
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Broadsoft Connections
Miami, Fl – November 12 – 15, 2018
Event Page
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