Perry has worked with high-tech firms for over 35 years, is known for growing companies, building business partnerships and being a driving force behind the expansion of wireless communications. Instrumental in Qualcomm’s launch (starting in 1988) and the introduction of CDMA, 3G/4G LTE digital cellular, he secured initial funding, developed markets, built manufacturer support and led the standardization and evolution of 3G/4G. This work has been chronicled in the book, “The Qualcomm Equation”. He also founded InOvate, a venture fund backed by Sequoia, Charles River Ventures, Cisco and others, inCode Telecom Group (sold to Verisign), co-founded Kodiak Networks (sold to Motorola Solutions) and was a seed investor and advisor/board member in FiberTower (IPO), Danger (sold to Microsoft); Signalsoft (to Openwave), Bitfone (to HP) and WiChorus (to Tellabs). He was also and investor, advisor/board member to FusionOne (sold to Synchronoss) and Transaction Wireless (sold to First Data).

Former CFO of MasterCard, H&R Block, Acxiom, COO & CFO NetSpend, and Aspen Group.

Experienced C-Suite Executive with a demonstrated history of success in building and reengineering businesses in the Financial Services, Payments, and Fintech industries. Skilled in Business Strategy, Financial Planning and Analysis, Business Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Process Improvement, Leadership Development, and Business Development. Success as a Business leader and advisor at the board and C-suite level.

Alan is a sales and marketing thought leader with over 25 years of experience in building and managing teams. He has excelled in the ever evolving world of scale-up SaaS businesses, driving them towards IPO or Trade Sale. Initially starting on the technical side, Alan transitioned into solution consulting before focusing on sales and marketing. With notable achievements at companies such as RightNow, SuccessFactors, Fairsail, and Unit4, where he held VP level roles.. Currently, he dedicates his efforts advising scale-up growth businesses on sales and marketing strategy and execution. Alan develops comprehensive playbooks, conducts training programs, and contributes as a valued member of advisory boards. Alan believes that “…..the future of sales strategy lies in harnessing the power of AI to empower teams and maximize their potential. By integrating AI technologies, we can enable sales teams be the best that they can”