Meet the Team

How we started

Proximo 3 started in 2020, when Mark Christie and Iain Connolly set up the business with Maximus IT, the IT recruitment company run by Alison Mulligan. Andrew Bibby joined the founding team in 2021. They had met through the Microsoft community, at user groups and community events, and found they wanted to build the same kind of company.

The company is young, but the experience behind it isn’t. Between them, the founders have worked with Microsoft Dynamics since CRM 3.0, and in field service since before Microsoft had a field service product.

Since 2020 we’ve grown the team, won some major projects and become a go-to partner for Dynamics 365 Field Service, both for organisations implementing it and for Microsoft partners who need specialists to deliver it.

Our Management Team

Iain Connolly

Founder

Iain has worked with Microsoft Dynamics 365/CRM...

Iain Connolly

Founder

Iain has worked with Microsoft Dynamics 365/CRM since 2008. Initially beginning his journey supporting CRM 4.0 and has since worked across many dynamics projects filing roles from Pre-Sales, Functional & Technical consulting, Solution Architecture and Training. These projects have covered sales, customer service, field service and dynamics marketing across a range of organisations from SMEs to Large enterprises. Iain is also a Microsoft Certified Trainer and in 2020 he was recognised by Microsoft as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP). The MVP award was in recognition of his activities in the community, blogging and being a founder and organiser of the Scottish Summit conference.

Phone:+44 141 488 8602
Email:iain.connolly@proximo3.com

Mark Christie

Founder

Mark’s Microsoft Dynamics experience started in 2005. He initially...

Mark Christie

Founder

Mark Christie is a globally recognised Solution Architect with over 20 years of experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. With 12 of those years dedicated specifically to Field Service, Mark has become one of the most trusted voices in the space — known for delivering scalable, high-impact solutions across both public sector organisations and private sector leaders in SportTech and FinTech. Born in Perth, Scotland, Mark’s journey began in the world of sport, where he worked as a UEFA-licensed coach and data analyst for Scottish football teams. His early work with EA Sports and Sports Interactive laid the foundation for a career built on precision, performance, and innovation. Since transitioning into tech in 2005, Mark has combined his analytical mindset with deep technical expertise to architect solutions for clients including ScotiaBank, Ford, Lebara, Arsenal FC, and multiple UK government agencies. Mark is a Microsoft Dual Award MVP for Business Applications (Field Service) and Microsoft 365 (Copilot), as well as a Regional Lead Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT). He plays a key role in shaping the future of Microsoft certifications through his work writing official exams, and is widely respected for his ability to translate complex technology into practical, real-world impact — whether through consultancy, training, or public speaking. As co-founder of Proximo 3 and the Scottish Summit, Mark has helped build one of the UK’s most vibrant and inclusive tech communities. The Summit has grown into a cornerstone of the Microsoft ecosystem in Scotland, bringing together thousands of professionals to learn, connect, and collaborate. Mark’s speaking career spans local venues in his hometown of Perth to international stages like the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. No matter the audience, he brings clarity, humour, and a distinctly Scottish edge to his sessions — always grounded in real-world experience and a deep passion for helping others succeed. Whether he’s leading a digital transformation project, mentoring the next generation of tech professionals, or delivering a keynote, Mark Christie is a master of his craft — trusted by clients, respected by peers, and proudly flying the flag for Scotland in the global tech arena

Phone: +44 141 488 2724
Email:mark.christie@proximo3.com

Our Delivery Team

Malin Martnes

CIJ Architect

Malin has been navigating the world of Dynamics 365 for...

Malin Martnes

CIJ Architect

Malin has been navigating the world of Dynamics 365 for over a decade. She wears her Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and MCT Regional Lead (MCT RL) badges with pride. These acknowledgments reflect her commitment to staying on the cutting edge and sharing the Dynamics 365 and Power Platform love. As your go-to guide for all things CRM, Power Platform, ClickDimensions, and Dynamics 365 Customer Insights, Malin has had the privilege of advising big companies and training enthusiastic marketers. She's here to simplify the complex with you.

Carl Cookson

Solution Architect

Carl, a Microsoft BizApps MVP, is a seasoned Architect ...

Carl Cookson

Solution Architect

Carl, a Microsoft BizApps MVP, is a seasoned Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Solution Architect. With a passion for digital transformation, he specializes in building enterprise solutions that streamline processes and enhance efficiency. His expertise spans pre-sales, solution design, and delivery, ensuring impactful results for organizations.

Evie Graham-Brown

Power Bi Consultant

Evie is a specialist in reporting and data analysis...

Evie Graham-Brown

Power Bi Consultant

Evie Graham-Brown is a specialist in business reporting and data analysis, with hands-on experience delivering impactful solutions using Excel, Power Query, Power BI, and Dataverse. Over her career, Evie has built and maintained reports that provide detailed insights into account performance, team activity, and project outcomes, supporting decision-makers across both commercial and not-for-profit environments. Her technical expertise spans the creation of end-of-year reports for performance and reward, automation of student and financial data, and the development of dashboards for project budget and cost tracking. Evie is adept at using Power Query and VBA to streamline processes and drive efficiency, while her Power BI work helps organisations gain a clear, real-time view of business performance. Beyond her technical skill set, Evie is known for her attention to detail, her collaborative approach to understanding business requirements, and her ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for her colleagues and stakeholders.

Ana Inés Urrutia

Copilot Consultant

Ana Inés Urrutia, a Microsoft MVP, Delivering Agents and..

Ana Inés Urrutia

Copilot Consultant

Ana Inés Urrutia, a Microsoft MVP, helps organizations transform their HR and employee experience with AI-driven solutions, Dynamics 365, and Power Platform. With over eight years of experience as a business consultant and solution architect, she combines deep HR expertise with technology to create innovative and practical solutions. She also actively engages with the tech community, sharing insights on HR technology and AI.

Laura Walker

Test Manager

An experienced Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Consultant...

Laura Walker

Test Manager

A dedicated Power Platform and Dynamics 365 consultant with a deep passion for using Microsoft technology to unlock potential, solve real-world challenges, and drive meaningful change. I’ve supported a diverse mix of commercial and not-for-profit organisations, delivering impactful solutions while simultaneously upskilling teams to build long-term capability. With hands-on experience across both Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and Finance & Supply Chain Management, I provide expert application support for core business systems, including legacy platforms like Microsoft Dynamics CRM and NAV 2013/2017. My technical strengths include security role configuration, workflow troubleshooting, electronic reporting, and the creation of Business Document Templates and dynamic HTML email communications. Outside of work, I’m equally passionate about solving mysteries—whether it’s debugging a stubborn workflow or watching classic murder mystery TV shows. And when it comes to Eurovision, I bring the same enthusiasm and attention to detail that I do to every project.

Vivian Voss

Solution Architect

Vivian Voss, a Estonian Microsoft Business Applications MVP..

Vivian Voss

Solution Architect

Vivian Voss, a Microsoft Business Applications MVP, helps organisations improve their processes using Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. She has over 10 years of experience in developing solutions with the Dynamics 365 suite and enhancing them with the Power Platform tools. She also co-organises various user groups and speaks regularly at community events.

Ewan Simpson

Business Analyst

Senior Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Business Analyst...

Ewan Simpson

Business Analyst

Business Analyst and Microsoft Dynamics CRM functional consultant, experienced in assisting organisations realise benefits through process improvement and software implementation. I work with business users understanding their processes and key drivers to build requirements documentation sets that are used to build software solutions and facilitate business change. The majority of projects I have worked on focused on solutions centered on Microsoft Dynamics CRM, where I have configured the application directly or worked with development teams, both on and off-shore. These have been delivered following both Waterfall and Agile (Scrum) project methodologies. My clients include a global bank, multinational insurance broker, defence contractor, Central Government and Local Government Departments. Key Skills: • Requirements elicitation, analysis and validation • Dynamics CRM configuration and development, including: entity model design, workflows, business rules, business process flows and reporting • Data Migration • Test Management and test case automation • Dynamics CRM Training Technical Skills: • Use Cases, UML and User Stories • Microsoft Dynamics CRM CE, 2015, CRM 2013, CRM 2011 and 4.0 • MS Office • MS Azure DevOps

Paul Astbury

Project Manager

An experienced IT and business Project Manager with...

Paul Astbury

Project Manager

An experienced IT and business consultant with over 25 years of expertise in designing, developing, and implementing strategic business systems. Specialising in IT strategy, leadership, and business transformation, I collaborate closely with executive teams to define and execute impactful IT strategies, deliver complex IT projects, and drive organisational change. My strengths include strategic planning, change management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to simplify complex technical concepts for clear executive communication. With extensive managerial experience, I have successfully built, led, and developed large multidisciplinary teams including Project Managers, Solution Architects, Business Analysts, Software Developers, and Testers. Additionally, I bring strong analytical skills in enterprise-wide business, systems, and technology architectures, specialising in data integration and migration.