35 years of experience, specialist skills and trusted relationships

With a 20-year background in leadership at several global technology firms and five years transforming regional distributors, Dave has a passion for software and is keen on data analytics and process automation in particular. He holds a BSc (Hons) from Lancaster University, an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School and is on the Harvard Business School OPM programme. Dave was recognised by Bloomberg as a Breakaway CEO in the 2019 EMEA cohort and is a regional finalist in the EY 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year. He is a keen rackets and court tennis player.

With over 25 years’ experience in senior leadership roles across global multicultural environments, Kumar is adept at achieving sustainable business results. He has a proven track record for defining and delivering strategy, developing people, and managing transformational projects to improve business processes. Kumar is an avid cricket fan.

A chartered accountant since 2011, Dave completed five years in audit with BDO in New Zealand before transferring to London. He has worked across a range of sectors and business sizes and has experience with both UK GAAP and IFRS reporting and consolidations for international groups. Before joining QBS in 2018, Dave was Group Financial Controller of a private-equity backed business.

Steven is a qualified lawyer with over 15 years’ experience in a wide range of roles. He began his career as a litigator at international law firm Eversheds Sutherland working in their Manchester, Shanghai and Hong Kong offices. In 2018 he transitioned to an in-house role as the head of the legal and compliance team at telecommunications distributor Nycomm/Nimans. There he played a key role in the company’s sale to the Midwich Group, a UK PLC. Steven joined QBS in May 2022 and is responsible for overseeing all risk, compliance and governance matters across the organisation.

Jonathan has over 25 years’ experience in all areas of IT, from ERP Systems, BI, Infrastructure, Strategy and Procurement. Jonathan has a proven track record of implementing complex projects throughout UK and Europe in various industries from E-comm, Distribution and Manufacturing. He is passionate about technology and how that can enhance and simplify how we operate in out day to day.

Andreea has worked at QBS since 2010 and is experienced across the business, with hands-on expertise in cross-functional team leadership, strategic sourcing, IT procurement, supplier management and business operations. She possesses a track record of achievements and a proven ability to increase productivity while building successful partnerships. Her BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, combined with the MBA in Digital Innovation Management from Brunel Business School, have enabled her to maximize efficiency and generate sustainable growth.

After graduating from high school, Marlene started her dual training as a businesswoman for office communication at a software manufacturer for German public authorities. She has remained loyal to the software industry ever since. In 2013, her path led her to QBS Software GmbH, where she was the main person responsible for process optimization and daily tasks as a sales & purchasing assistant and also price list manager.
Since 2017 she was in charge of the Renewal Management for the EMEA region and due to her expertise, results and high commitment she is now Group Lead Renewal Management for the entire QBS group since November 2021.

Colin has over 20 years’ experience in diverse roles across business operations and HR in the IT industry. He works closely with the senior leadership team, providing end to end HR business advice, and operational support. With an impressive record of achievements, Colin has led HR functions to successfully deliver high quality services, ranging from organisational restructures and TUPE transfers, to the implementation of revised terms and conditions and new pay and grading structures.

Manuela has been working in HR for more than 20 years and has worked for both large corporations and small SMEs in various industries. In August 2016, she found her way to QBS Software. She built up an extensive HR department there and looks after both the management and the employees in all matters relating to employment law. Manuela likes to be in contact with people and enjoys the versatility of her tasks.

After graduating from high school, Marlene started her dual training as a businesswoman for office communication at a software manufacturer for German public authorities. She has remained loyal to the software industry ever since. In 2013, her path led her to QBS Software GmbH, where she was the main person responsible for process optimization and daily tasks as a sales & purchasing assistant and also price list manager.
Since 2017 she was in charge of the Renewal Management for the EMEA region and due to her expertise, results and high commitment she is now Group Lead Renewal Management for the entire QBS group since November 2021.

Arend is originally from South Africa and met his future German wife on his trip to Europe after university. During his career he has worked in various finance positions in both the UK and Germany. He joined QBS Software GmbH in March 2021.
He likes to spend his free time watching sports and cooking with his family.

After her training as a travel agent and her studies in ethnology, Anabel initially worked in tourism. In 2011, the birth of her two daughters prompted Anabel to seek her way into finance in the IT industry. Due to the rapid growth of the then start-up, she built up the accounting department step by step. Since the merger to QBS Software GmbH, Anabel always meets new challenges with the support of her team.
Privately, Anabel is passionately involved with her dog Alva as a therapy companion dog team "Sinneshund".