Chris Walcot

Chris Walcot

Author: collide. July 11, 2024 Duration: 59:09

Jeremy sits down with Chris Walcot, CEO of Progressive Technology Solutions Ltd, to unpack his journey from growing up in Cardiff, Wales, to leading a global tech company expanding into the US market. Chris shares how Progressive TSL evolved from a service business into a tech powerhouse, along with insights on ERP systems in oil and gas, scaling with modular technology, ESG reporting, and how innovation is reshaping the energy industry.

00:00 - Intro
1:36 - Who is Chris Walcot
5:19 - What is Wales like
9:34 - Rugby
13:26 - How Progressive TSL Started
18:18 - You Had Triplets
21:02 - You Can Do Anything
21:54 - How is London like and unlike American cities
26:37 - What will your kids do when they grow up
27:18 - What's it like working with your wife
33:01 - What does Progressive TSL do
36:00 - What makes Progressive TSL different from other ERP systems
38:35 - The cloud has changed everything
40:13 - ESG
44:08 - US vs International
47:51 - Mobile Solutions
50:31 - What advice would you give your younger self
53:18 - What does Progressive TSL look like in 3-5 years
55:35 - What is your favorite city to do business in

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Jeremy Funk hosts What The Funk?, a podcast that moves past the standard industry headlines to find the human pulse of the oil and gas sector. This isn't about market forecasts or technical jargon, but the lived experiences of the people who make this complex world turn. Each conversation delves into personal journeys, the unexpected challenges faced on and off the rig, and the distinct personalities that shape this global industry. You'll hear from engineers, field operators, executives, and innovators as they share stories of problem-solving, career pivots, and the realities of working in a field that powers modern life. Produced by collide., these discussions explore the intersection of business and personal career paths in a way that's rarely highlighted. Tune in for candid, often surprising narratives that reveal the resilience, humor, and ambition driving one of the world's most critical industries. This podcast connects listeners to the voices behind the pipelines, offering a genuine look at the careers and characters defining energy today.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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