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Kris Emerton Jones

Kris Emerton-Jones


Regional Head of Sales



Professional Overview
Kris Emerton-Jones is an accomplished sales and business development executive with over 15 years of experience in the financial technology and analytics industries. As the Regional Head of Sales at Provenir, he leads a high-performing team responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding the company's footprint across Southeast Asia.

Experience Summary

Current Role


Regional Head of Sales at Provenir (2024-02-01 to Present)
  • Oversees a team of 25+ sales professionals across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines

  • Spearheads the development and execution of strategic sales plans to acquire new clients and deepen existing partnerships

  • Drives the adoption of Provenir's award-winning risk decisioning platform among financial institutions and FinTech disruptors in the region

  • Consistently exceeds revenue targets and expands the company's market share in the highly competitive Southeast Asian market


Career Progression


Sales Director, Capital Markets Lending at FIS (2021-07-01 to 2024-02-01)
  • Led a team of sales professionals responsible for securing new clients and expanding relationships within the capital markets lending segment

  • Played a key role in the successful integration of a major acquisition, ensuring a seamless transition for clients

  • Achieved 120% of annual sales targets for three consecutive years, contributing significantly to the division's growth


Head Of Sales, Decision Analytics, SEA at Experian Asia Pacific (2019-07-01 to 2021-07-01)
  • Drove the adoption of Experian's suite of decision analytics solutions among leading financial institutions in Southeast Asia

  • Developed innovative sales strategies to differentiate the company's offerings and secure a dominant market position

  • Collaborated closely with the regional product and marketing teams to align sales initiatives with broader business objectives


Academic Background
Kris holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the National University of Singapore, with a focus on Finance and International Business.

Areas of Expertise
  • Strategic sales planning and execution

  • Account management and client relationship building

  • Financial technology and analytics solutions

  • Talent management and team leadership

  • Driving digital transformation and innovation


Professional Impact
  • Recognized as a thought leader in the FinTech industry, regularly speaking at regional conferences and contributing to industry publications

  • Served on the advisory board of the Singapore FinTech Association, providing strategic guidance on market trends and regulatory changes

  • Mentored and developed numerous sales professionals, contributing to their career growth and the overall success of the organizations he has worked for


Conclusion
With his extensive industry experience, proven track record of success, and deep understanding of the Southeast Asian market, Kris Emerton-Jones is well-positioned to drive Provenir's continued growth and expansion in the region. His strategic vision, sales expertise, and collaborative leadership style make him a valuable asset to the company and its clients.