Meet The Team

Meet the Team

Without community engagement, there would not be a Proximo 3. Andrew, Iain, and Mark initially met through community events and activities. Their relationship grew from there and it was apparent that they all shared the same business goals and objectives.

Our Team

Andrew Bibby

Founder

Andrew is a certified CRM specialist, MCT and...

Andrew Bibby

Founder

Andrew is a certified CRM specialist, MCT and Microsoft MVP with over 15 years of experience in delivering Dynamics 365 / CRM projects. He has worked across all stages of the project lifecycle, from pre-sales through to design, customization, implementation, and training. Andrew is one of the founders of Proximo 3, a specialist consulting company in the UK working on Dynamics 365 and Power Platform programmes in the UK and Europe. Andrew has also recently become the chairperson of the UK Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group.

Phone:+44 1386 329 827
Email:andrew.bibby@proximo3.com

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's Microsoft Dynamics experience started in 2005. He initially began his career in the sports industry, where he was a UEFA licensed coach for multiple Scottish teams and also worked on the data side with EA Sports and Sports Interactive as the Assistant Researcher for Scotland. He later worked as a Player Liaison Officer for UEFA. In 2005, Mark transitioned to the world of tech, gaining experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM and then upskilling in the Power Platform. He started in a technical support capacity before quickly moving into Consultancy and then onto an advisory role in Solution Architecture. In the Microsoft community, Mark is an evangelist in the Microsoft space, holding the distinction of being a Microsoft Dual Award MVP for Business Applications (Field Service) and Microsoft 365 (Copilot). He also serves as a Regional Lead MCT and is involved in the writing of exams for Microsoft. Now spending most of his time with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service, Mark has led enterprise-level projects for the likes of ScotiaBank, Oxbow Coal, Ford, Lebara, Arsenal FC, Glasgow Clan, the Caledonia Gladiators, the R&A Golf Course, and multiple UK government agencies.

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

Yasmin Gray

Marketing Manager

Yasmin has 10 years of marketing experience, spanning diverse...

Yasmin Gray

Marketing Manager

Yasmin has 10 years of marketing experience, spanning diverse industries with a strong focus on technology. She started her journey with an academic background in psychology and kicked off her career as a Marketing Assistant. Through the years, Yasmin has stepped into multiple marketing roles leading to the position of Marketing Manager. Yasmin has played key roles in shaping marketing strategies for notable companies like Cayuse, BMI, and Xarios. Her work includes comprehensive digital campaigns, lead generation, and product launches, for industry-leading companies and budding start-ups alike. Yasmin is skilled in a broad array of marketing tactics, from digital marketing and social media management to strategic planning and people management with a strong track record of delivering impactful projects.

Email:yasmin.gray@proximo3.com

Rachel McManus

Digital Marketing Assistant

Rachel started working at Proximo 3 in January 2022 as...

Rachel McManus

Digital Marketing Assistant

Rachel started working at Proximo 3 in January 2022 as a Digital Marketing Apprentice. She has always been passionate about the world of marketing and how using social media and email campaigns can majorly help companies to get recognised in their field. Under the mentorship of the team at Proximo 3, Rachel has progressed to a Digital Marketing Assistant position. She works on social media and email campaigns as well as maintaining website designs and SEO plans.

Email:rachel.mcmanus@proximo3.com

Keegan Chambers

Business Development Lead

With over a decade of experience in the technology sector...

Keegan Chambers

Business Development Lead

With over a decade of experience in the technology sector, Keegan is an experienced technology operations, business, and design leader having led global efforts at multiple Microsoft partners worldwide. She has worked with services partners, independent software vendors (ISVs), and resellers covering a vast global portfolio. Along with having a Level 6 qualification with the Chartered Institute of Marketing, her background in marketing and psychology enables her to align technology principles with their real-world application, serving industries such as telecommunications, public sector, retail, legal, and manufacturing. Beyond her professional roles, Keegan is a public advocate and leader for the Microsoft technology community, supporting national user groups and technology conferences, and co-developed the launch of the award-winning Power Platform School 8-week program providing opportunities for BAME adults.

Email:alison.mulligan@proximo3.com

Our Delivery Team

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.

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.

Joel Abbott

Senior Consultant

Joel Abbott, a veteran Microsoft CRM & Dynamics consultant...

Joel Abbott

Senior Consultant

Joel Abbott, With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, Joel has worked with Microsoft Business Solutions for over 15 years. Joel has a keen understanding for how Microsoft Dynamics, Power Platform and associated technologies can be utilised to the greatest effect.

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.

Muhammet Atalay

Senior Developer

Muhammet has 19 years of Microsoft Dynamics

Muhammet Atalay

Senior Developer

Muhammet has 19 years of Microsoft Dynamics experience and 26 years involvement with Microsoft Technologies. His journey started as a CRM Developer followed by CRM Technical and CRM Functional consultant, CRM Release Manager, and a CRM Solution Architect. He has a remarkable technical background and dedication to Microsoft Dynamics CRM. He has worked with mid-size or large-size, national or international deliveries in his career path like Barratt Homes Plc. The Guinness Partnership, United Response, AMX Claro Peru & AMX Claro Colombia Telecom operator, Telecom Austria Group, BMW Group in Turkiye, Barclays Bank in UAE , Axa Insurance, Houghton Fluid Technologies etc.

Ana Inés Urrutia

Copilot Consultant

Ana Inés Urrutia, a Microsoft MVP, helps organizations..

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.

Paul Astbury

An experienced IT and business consultant with...

Paul Astbury

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.

Paul Astbury

A results-driven consultant with extensive experience..

Paul Astbury

John Murphy is a results-driven consultant with extensive experience in digital transformation, IT strategy, and enterprise architecture. He has led critical projects in cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and IT governance. John has played a pivotal role in large-scale IT initiatives, including ERP implementations, infrastructure modernization, and security compliance audits. He excels in stakeholder engagement, supplier management, and mentoring high-performing IT teams. John holds certifications in Microsoft Azure, O365, ITIL, and is a PRINCE2 Practitioner in project management. When he's not working on IT transformations, John enjoys cars, flying, and golf.

Charlie Phipps

Powerapps Consultant

Charlie Phipps, a Microsoft BizApps MVP, serves...

Charlie Phipps

Powerapps Consultant

Charlie Phipps, a Microsoft BizApps MVP, serves as the founder of the Scottish Power Platform User Group and is the owner of another venture, Website Crafter. His active participation as a super user in the Power Apps forums showcases his deep expertise.

Alex Baker-Wong

Senior Developer

Alex Baker-Wong is renowned for his technical...

Alex Baker-Wong

Senior Developer

Alex Baker-Wong is renowned for his remarkable technical expertise, demonstrated through the creation of numerous custom code components shared with the community and over a decade of consultancy experience.