YVONNE HIRONS
Global CEO and Founder
Yvonne began her career as a Marketing Manager for a small high street law firm and in 2002, she set up her own panel management business. It was during this time she developed a passion for technology and created her own panel management software that enabled estate agents and mortgage brokers to generate quotes and track the progression of their cases. Over the next decade, she watched the number of panel managers enter the market at an alarming rate – taking conveyancing work away from the solicitors and squeezing their profits to a minimum. As a result, Yvonne developed Perfect Portal (formally known as ePlus247) the conveyancing sales management solution that enables solicitors to tackle panel managers head-on and regain their independence. Outside of the office, Yvonne enjoys socialising with family and friends.
ANDY OWEN
Operations Manager
Andy has been with Perfect Portal since the beginning focussed on the operational aspects of the business. Having seen the growth in both the UK and Australian businesses, his passion is ensuring clients have as much support as they need, and feels a sense of satisfaction when clients’ conveyancing work increases. Andy is active in working on future enhancements to the Perfect Portal system alongside the development team. When not in the office, Andy thoroughly enjoys socialising with family and friends, watching as much sport as he can and even getting involved on the action by playing squash.
SATTU DHALIWAL
Marketing Manager
Sattu brings over 9 years of experience to Perfect Portal with a background in strategic marketing, leadership and business development from her previous roles in Canada. She is particularly passionate about using technology as a driver in business growth in the global marketplace. Outside work, Sattu enjoys spending her time travelling, painting and socialising with her family and friends.
ROB LAWSON
Senior Sales Executive
Rob has over 20 years’ experience in the legal sector, having spent 15 years as a Civil Litigation Fee Earner. He acquired his passion for business process improvements and technology whilst working in private practice. He has great industry insight and offers prospects and clients alike a consultative sales service to help them streamline their businesses. When not selling Perfect Portal’s market-leading technology, Rob’s skills on the five-a-side field couldn’t be any different than those of his team: Manchester City!
SOPHIE COWELL
Client Success Team Leader
Sophie graduated from Edge Hill University with a Degree in Creative Writing. Following graduation, Sophie began to build experience within the Law Industry as a Legal Advisor, before moving into Account Management in 2017. Here, she spent two years managing a wide variety of large-scale projects, from initial enquiry through to completion. Her experience in Customer Service and Account Management has allowed her to have a deep understanding of client needs, ensuring they feel supported from the beginning. In her spare time, Sophie enjoys reading, travelling as much as she can and spending time with her family and friends.
SARAH PARLANE
Client Success Manager
After graduating from Sheffield Hallam University with a BA in English Language in 2016, Sarah began her career in the legal sector as a Paralegal for a global law firm, before working within the Research Services team at the University of Sheffield. Sarah joins Perfect Portal with a passion for building and maintaining client-focussed relationships to support clients from the very beginning. In her free time, Sarah enjoys travelling and socialising with family and friends.
