Management Profiles

Matthew Kupferman learned to perfect his craft of building relationships at the 47th Street Diamond Center in New York City, where he earned honors as top sales executive. With over 15 years of experience in sales, marketing and business development focused on driving revenue growth in highly competitive markets, Matt joined Global Software, Inc. in 1996. While at Global, Matt has shown he is second to none at developing and cultivating strategic partnerships, while meeting the needs of Global's customer base - expanding it by over 20 percent per year. He received a BS degree in Political Science from North Carolina State University and holds a Graduate degree of Gemology from the Gemological Institute of America. Matt is also the proud owner of Dachshund, Prince.

Spencer Kupferman joined Global Software, Inc. in 1996 as a Marketing Analyst where he quickly moved his way up. Spencer currently builds the company's international brand, while directing the Worldwide Partner Channel for Global's strategic spreadsheet automation tools, becoming a recognized sign of expertise throughout the world. Spencer received a BS degree in Kinesiology from the University of New Hampshire and holds an MBA with a concentration in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix. While Spencer loves to travel, he also loves spending time with his wife, Ruti, and his son, Max.

Prior to joining Global Software, Inc. in 1993, Becky Kaufman served as a financial and community service application consultant for EDS. While at Global, Becky has overseen application support, technical support, and quality assurance. In addition, Becky spearheaded product development efforts for Global's suite of financial applications. Due to her unrelenting passion for providing premium-level customer support and services, she is also one of the most well known members of the Global family throughout the customer base. Becky received a BS in Accounting from Elon University.

Dan Havey brings over 20 years of banking and financial experience to Global Software, Inc. Championing Global's push in the banking market with Spreadsheet Server, Budget Manager and Executive DASH™, Dan has become an industry authority on spreadsheet automation tools in the banking software community. A former Senior Vice President of Finance for National Commerce Financial Corporation, Dan has a strong background in improving corporate performance via Excel, management, analysis, and implementing compliance in regards to Sarbanes-Oxley. A CPA, Dan holds a BS in Accounting from the University of Illinois, Chicago. In his free time, Dan enjoys running.

David Oakes joined Global Software, Inc. in 1989. During his 18 year tenure, Mr. Oakes has assisted in leading Global's award winning customer support and services department. David currently directs product development efforts for Global's financial applications suite on both the iSeries and Internet-based platforms. Prior to joining Global, David served as Manager of Technical Services for GBA Systems where he was responsible for developing software, providing technical solutions, implementing, consulting and supporting various applications. David received a BS in Mathematics from Elon University. A former high school football coach, David also answers to his nickname, "Bubba."

Known by her colleagues as an industry leader of Microsoft^® Excel automation applications, Sherri Barham began her career in 1992 with Greensboro, NC-based GBA Systems. Sherri joined the Global team in 1998, previously serving as Director of Product Information. With over 15 years of software and accounting experience, Sherri currently plays the leading role in product direction - specifically within Global's spreadsheet automation tools. Sherri is also responsible for pre-sales efforts across the globe, as well as Global's Customer Relations Management department. Sherri earned a BS in Business Management from Meredith College. She also loves sports, as both a spectator and participant.

Harry Powell joined Global Software, Inc. in 2004 with more than 12 years of experience in aviation, consulting, and software development. His diverse background is derived from his service to his country as a Senior Pilot with the United States Air Force for over 10 years. Since joining Global, Harry has been instrumental in expanding the integration of Global's flagship Spreadsheet Server product into other software systems. He has also led the development effort to create several new Excel-based automation tools, including Executive DASH™. In his current role as Director of Client Technology, Harry provides the leadership, framework and direction for Global's line of Spreadsheet Automation Tools and Alerting products. Harry holds a BS degree in Computer Science from the United States Air Force Academy. In pursuit of a physical and mental challenge, Harry completed the Panama City Ironman in 2007.

For over 25 years, Mark Gray, a CMA (Certified Management Accountant), has worked in software sales and consultancy, specializing in financial reporting and underlying transaction processing systems. He is currently directing Global's UK sales and client services business, managing both pre- and post-sales implementation efforts, along with corporate responsibilities for the UK. He brings a wide range of experience to Global, having previously managed the implementation of consolidation, reporting and budgeting systems throughout a number of UK organizations. An avid football (soccer) fan and supporter of his hometown team, Sheffield Wednesday, Mark quotes from the legendary coach of Liverpool FC, Bill Shankly: “Football is not about life and death—it's much more important than that.”

Joining Global Software, Inc. in 2005, Paul Zunker serves as Director of Client Services, responsible for consulting, education, technical support, testing and managing the Seattle general office team. He also assists in product development for the company. Prior to joining Global, Paul served as Consulting Manager for Timeline and spent nine years at Boeing Commercial Airplane Group, where he held a number of accounting roles. Paul received his BS in Financial Planning and Control from Oregon State University and holds an MBA with a concentration in Management and a minor in Accounting Information Systems from Seattle University.