A FORMER RAF engineer has taken up a key leadership role at one of Scotland’s top tech firms, bringing a structured, process-led approach to support future business development.
Chris Shanks has joined East Kilbride-based Eureka Solutions as the New Business Sales Manager, taking charge of a six-strong sales team at a pivotal moment for the firm.
Originally from Clydebank, Chris joined the Royal Air Force in the early 2000s, specialising in aircraft electronics.
Despite switching career several years ago, he has never left the engine room – and is now powering new business leads instead of Tornado GR4 bombers.
Chris said: “I’ve always been driven by impact, whether that’s maintaining critical aircraft systems or helping to transform business operations, the aim is the same – to drive improvement.”
Founded on the core principles of technical expertise and outstanding customer service, Eureka Solutions is an award-winning firm specialising in implementing business software solutions. Based in East Kilbride, it is one of the UK’s most foremost experts in Oracle NetSuite, Sage and iplicit, as well as providing its proprietary systems integration platform, Besyncly.
With the transition into the software sector now firmly established, Chris has wasted no time in instilling new disciplines into the team, introducing structured training, regular development sessions and a culture of accountability.
David Lindores, CEO at Eureka Solutions, said: “Chris brings a rare combination of technical discipline and commercial acumen.
“His leadership is already valued and has contributed towards our most successful quarter on record.”
A core part of Chris’s remit is to grow and mentor talent internally, something he honed during his RAF service.
Chris added: “What attracted me to Eureka Solutions was the opportunity to make a real difference.
“The company already has a strong foundation built over 20+ years, with many long-term customers and employees. I’ll build on this by developing my team in line with the company’s principle of technical expertise, which doesn’t just apply to our technical teams, it holds true for all departments, including my own.”
He said: “I’m passionate about helping others succeed. If I can pass on some of what I’ve learned and watch others grow into exceptional sales professionals, then that’s a real win for me.”
Since joining Eureka Solutions, Chris has led efforts to refine the business’s approach to sector-specific selling, ensuring prospective clients benefit from tailored advice and a clearly defined customer journey.
Founded on the core principles of technical expertise and outstanding customer service, Eureka Solutions implements business software solutions and provides its own system integration platform, Besyncly.
