Bridgepoint Consulting Expands to Seattle; Hires Eric Downs to Lead NetSuite Consulting Practice

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bridgepoint Consulting, a leading Texas-based finance, technology and management consulting firm, today announced the expansion of its NetSuite Consulting practice into the Seattle market. As part of the expansion, the firm has hired Eric Downs as Director. In this role, Downs will lead strategic efforts to grow Bridgepoint's rich network of high-quality consultants and service capabilities to deliver middle market companies with flexible, comprehensive and scalable NetSuite ERP implementation and integration solutions that meet their evolving needs.

Downs brings 20 years of experience to Bridgepoint with a specific emphasis on the Professional Services, Wholesale Distribution, Retail, and Manufacturing industries, which are prevalent in the Seattle marketplace. With deep expertise in practice development, solution architecture, management consulting and accounting, he combines technical capability with strong leadership and business acumen to drive innovative technology solutions for clients.

"Our goal is to continue to expand our services and solutions to help our clients solve their most complex challenges and meet the growing demands of today's digital world," said Jeff Hiddemen, Principal at Bridgepoint. "Eric's deep roots in the ERP space and background serving Seattle's biggest industries will be invaluable in helping us to deliver leading-edge solutions to help our clients achieve their vision."

Most recently, Downs served as Solution Principal/Solution Architect at Slalom Consulting and as the Manager of Sales Engineering at Explore Consulting. In these roles, Downs established strategic Alliance Partnerships with NetSuite, developed teams of ERP solution architects, implementation consultants and technical consultants, and engaged with the C-suite. He also led large cross-functional teams and delivered implementation and project management services to meet client needs. Downs earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Finance & Accounting) from San Jose State University. He also holds several industry certifications, including NetSuite Certified ERP Consultant, Certified Intacct Implementation Consultant and Certified Dell Boomi Developer 1.

"I'm excited to join Bridgepoint, a firm that is on the cutting edge in helping organizations leverage cloud technology to gain a competitive advantage," said Downs. "I look forward to expanding our community of consultants and providing unparalleled service to our clients to enable their long-term success."

With over seven years of ERP experience and a proven implementation methodology, Bridgepoint is a leading NetSuite, full-service implementation and integration Alliance partner with a team 40 experienced professionals actively engaged in projects across the United States, as well as globally. The firm offers a robust suite of NetSuite Consulting services, including implementation, integration, customization and optimization to help companies modernize their technology and processes to compete in the digital era.

Bridgepoint Consulting will operate its NetSuite Consulting practice in the office of its partner brand AIM Consulting, which is located at Suite 200 at 14450 NE 29th Place in Bellevue, Washington.

Bridgepoint is currently hiring several NetSuite positions in the Seattle office, check out job openings here.

BRIDGEPOINT CONSULTING'S NETSUITE PRACTICE AT A GLANCE:

    --  Over 40 functional and technical NetSuite experts with deep proficiency
        across many verticals, including SaaS/Software, Wholesale/Distribution,
        Professional Services, eCommerce/Retail, Manufacturing and more
    --  Specialize in complex implementations, including mergers & acquisitions,
        multi-subsidiary & global operations, and private equity-backed
        companies
    --  Experts in designing and developing integrations to/from NetSuite to
        establish a fully integrated business application environment
    --  Expertise developing & deploying integrations with 3rd party systems,
        including CRM, Ecommerce & Proprietary Applications
    --  Ability to leverage in-house experts in Risk, Compliance, Cyber
        Security, Finance, Revenue Recognition, Billing & General Accounting
    --  NetSuite certified in SuiteSuccess, ERP Consultant, SuiteCloud
        Developer, Advanced Revenue Management, Administrator, SuiteFoundation
        and Financial User
    --  Technology partnerships with leading software providers, including
        Oracle + NetSuite, Salesforce, Avalara, Adaptive Insights and more

Learn more about Bridgepoint Consulting's NetSuite implementation & integration services and solutions here. Check out real-world NetSuite case studies here.

About Bridgepoint:
Bridgepoint Consulting, an Addison Group company, is a leading management consulting firm that helps organizations throughout their business lifecycle. Offering a broad range of finance, technology and risk/compliance services, Bridgepoint supports clients from the startup phase all the way to IPO readiness and beyond. Since 1999, the firm has been helping executives and management teams reduce their business and operational risks, bridge resource gaps and improve overall performance. Leveraging the added capabilities of its partner brands Addison Group and AIM Consulting, Bridgepoint now has a deep talent pool (5,000 high quality professionals and 800 developers) across the United States), to help companies of all sizes drive innovation across their organizations. Whether an organization needs interim expertise to improve infrastructure and processes, or strategic management of a major transition or transaction, Bridgepoint's team of industry leaders is able to provide the critical support needed to ensure success. The firm is headquartered in Austin, with offices in Dallas and Houston and the capability to deliver solutions across the US. To learn more about Bridgepoint Consulting and how it can help serve your business, please visit bridgepointconsulting.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.

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