Initially started in 2012 out of frustration for poor guest WiFi connection, Purple has evolved into the ultimate offline tool for businesses to understand, identify and improve guest experiences. Our aim? Turn the world Purple Leadership CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) Gavin sold his last business, Applied Language Solutions, a global language technology and services business. He set up So Purple Group with the prime focus on building an enterprise guest WiFi system that was end user friendly. Gavin Wheeldon CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER (CPO) John has over 20 years experience leading the direction & development of web based software solutions. His core skills are focused towards the development of online based product solutions, UX and UI design. John Oliver CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO) Pete is a qualified finance professional with in excess of 20 years experience. He has been responsible for leading various teams across finance, IT, administration, HR and professional services in a number of early stage software companies. Pete Lee Previously the CEO of Tesco, Sir Terry Leahy was selected as Britain’s most admired business leader by Management Today. Sir Terry Leahy Previously the CEO of International, EVP Operations and CIO of BestBuy, Bob is a leader with significant international operating experience in the retail multichannel and technology industries. Bob Willett And this is who we are Our offices are located all over the globe and we are always looking to bring on enthusiastic, fun, tech-loving people. Do you think you’re Purple enough? We'd love to meet you! What makes us ‘A’ players? Make it happen Make it happen Our team are committed to doing whatever it takes to ‘make it happen’ by working together and thinking of innovative solutions every step of the way. We’re in it together We’re in it together Regardless of their role, each individual at purple has one common goal, turn the world purple. Everyone is available to help each other. Playful & positive Playful & positive Life’s too short to take things too seriously, we like to have fun while we’re working and we love positivity - and yes the glass is half full. No drama No drama Things don’t always go to plan as much as we try, having a tantrum over it won’t help the situation and you won’t find that here. Know your stuff, keep learning Know your stuff, keep learning Every day is a school day. We value people who have the knowledge and have a thirst for it, lots of it. With great data, comes great responsibility With great data, comes great responsibility Personal data is a big thing, particularly when you are the custodian of a lot of it, we take that very seriously. No bullsh!t, no politics No bullsh!t, no politics Seriously, we all enjoy coming to work here and that stuff makes it unpleasant. Follow us on Insta Packed full of insights and Purple life day to day! Follow us Life at Purple Get an inside peek at what life is like in the Purple offices all over the globe Follow us Latest Blogs Keep up-to-date with all the latest industry news and exciting Purple updates Blogs
