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Doug Lipp - Keynote Speaker - ParaFest '10

Doug Lipp, respected author and speaker on international leadership, customer service and change management will be the keynote speaker at ParaFest ’10, our company’s sixth annual users’ conference. ParaFest ’10 will be held May 4-6, 2010 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. This customer focused conference will allow Parature users from across the world to gain valuable knowledge from industry experts and thought leaders, while networking with colleagues and peers.

Mr. Lipp has over thirty years of experience working from the front lines to the board rooms of many American, Asian, European and Latin American multinational corporations. He motivates and challenges audiences around the globe to examine their respective management styles and business strategies, then determines the effectiveness of each as seen from a variety of customer and cultural perspectives. Mr. Lipp is the author of numerous articles and seven books on leadership, customer service and international business, including his two most popular: “The Changing Face of Today’s Customer: How to Attract and Retain a Diverse Customer and Employee Base” which addresses how businesses can thrive in this era of cultural diversity and global competitiveness, and “Even Monkeys Fall from Trees: The Art and Science of Outstanding Customer Service” which focuses on a balanced approach to service, leadership and teamwork. At the Walt Disney Company, Mr. Lipp was the head of the training department at the world-renowned Disney University and was also on the start-up team for the highly successful Tokyo Disneyland in Japan. Read more »

Parature Announces Integration with Microsoft Dynamics CRM

We announced today integration between its well-known customer service software suite and Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Parature’s integration, named ParaConnect for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online, offers a customer service suite for Microsoft customers. This integration provides their customers with a one-stop shop for all their service and support needs, leading to greater all-around customer satisfaction.

“This new solution highlights how the flexibility of the Microsoft Dynamics CRM platform enables rapid innovation from Microsoft partners like Parature,” said Brad Wilson, general manager of Microsoft Dynamics CRM at Microsoft Corp. “The combined solution provides a great customer experience for new and experienced users alike.”

“As a leader in on-demand customer service software, we are delighted to enter into a partnership with such a distinguished company as Microsoft, a proven leader in online CRM solutions” said Parature Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Duke Chung. “Parature continues to develop partnerships and integrations that improve the efficiency of customer support and the customer experience. ParaConnect for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online opens a new world of visibility and intelligence for organizations and reflects the commitment we have to our partners and customers’ success by providing the smartest, most efficient way for businesses to deliver great customer experiences.”

To learn more about this integration, please email microsoftintegration@parature.com.

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The customer experience has never been more important than it is in today’s service environment. Customer service is driven by the customer experience and the people inside a company provide that experience – whatever employees experience on the ‘inside’ is similar to what customers will experience ‘on the outside.’ This thought provoking white paper will compel you to ask the following:

• Is my company in alignment?
• Does every employee understand the vision?
• Do our employees love their jobs?

The Cult of the Customer explores concepts, lessons and strategies that will show you how to build a customer service culture that will make your customers and employees ‘amazing.’ Read this white paper to discover powerful customer service and experience concepts that can help increase: Read more »

Robert Aldrich - Chief Financial Officer, Parature

Parature Chief Financial Officer, Robert Aldrich was named CFO of the Year – Business Services in the Washington Business Journal 3rd Annual CFO of the Year. The award honors the Greater Washington region’s top chief financial officers for outstanding performance in their roles as corporate financial stewards.

The Washington Business Journal, along with presenting sponsors Cigna and ACG National Capital, honored the winners at the CFO of the Year award program on December 2, 2009 at the W Hotel, Washington, DC. The winners are profiled in a special supplement of the Washington Business Journal.

“Bob is truly deserving of this award as his many impressive accomplishments in his tenure here demonstrate,” stated Parature CEO, Tim Davenport. “He has been instrumental in supporting our rapid growth strategy; a $16 million venture capital raise immediately after his hiring in 2007, at a time when venture firms were rigorously scrutinizing worthy organizations; identifying key areas for improvement, increasing efficiency and improving communication; as well as contributing to sixty percent growth and the addition of hundreds of new customers since becoming a member of our executive team. Bob is the quintessential team player who leads by example; he is consistent, dedicated, enthusiastic, and a pleasure to work with due to his incredible energy, friendly personality and refreshing idealism.” Read more »