19 August 2024 – Fergus, Australia’s leading job management software provider for the trade industry, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mark Bartels as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 5 August 2024. Based in Sydney, Mark brings experience and a proven track record in scaling software and payment companies, particularly those serving small businesses. His leadership is set to bring a new era of growth and innovation to Fergus.
Mark’s appointment marks a significant milestone for Fergus. His extensive domain experience in high-growth software companies in the US and Australia will accelerate the next growth phase in the company’s customer base and revenue. Fergus is committed to innovating and providing unparalleled service to its customers, with Mark’s leadership central to this mission.
Previously, Mark served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Ignition, a client engagement and commerce platform. Before this, he was the first CFO at Invoice2go (acquired by Bill.com in 2021).
Reflecting on his decision to join Fergus, Mark Bartels remarked, “I am excited to lead Fergus when the demand for quality and reliable tradies, such as those in plumbing and electrical, is skyrocketing globally. The company has a growing and loyal customer base, and I see tremendous potential for growth and innovation in this software vertical. Fergus will focus on expanding in existing markets that are still massively underserved. I look forward to working with the talented team at Fergus to drive the company’s success and help our customers grow efficiently and manage their businesses.”
Dan Pollard, Founder of Fergus, added, “Mark Bartels is the perfect fit for Fergus, given his impressive background in scaling software companies and his deep understanding of the needs of small businesses. His strategic vision and hands-on leadership style make him uniquely qualified to lead Fergus through its next growth phase, enhancing its offerings and expanding its market presence. I am confident that Mark’s expertise will be instrumental in achieving Fergus’s ambitious goals and delivering exceptional value to customers.”
Fergus has firmly established itself as a trusted provider of job management software, helping plumbers, electricians, and other tradies streamline operations and grow. With Mark stepping into the CEO role, Fergus is poised to build on its successes and achieve the next level of growth, all while maintaining its commitment to innovation and customer-centricity.
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About Fergus
Fergus is a leading job management software specifically tailored for trades businesses worldwide. It aims to alleviate the administrative burdens of running a trade business and empower tradespeople to improve time management and efficiency, and drive profitability.
Born from the real-world experience of tradie Dan Pollard, Fergus was founded in 2012 and developed as a cloud-based platform enabling end-to-end operations management for small to mid-sized trades businesses. Its core features include automatic supplier invoice integrations, detailed reporting on profit margins, and a user-friendly mobile app for managing admin tasks on the go. Additionally, Fergus offers robust tools for quoting, scheduling, timesheets, invoicing, GPS and workforce tracking, health and safety management, and resource planning.
Fergus has revolutionised the way trade businesses operate with over 20,000 tradespeople across eight countries, including Australia and New Zealand, using Fergus. It includes accounting integrations for Xero, QuickBooks, and MYOB, and integrates with leading suppliers, such as Bunnings, Reece, Rexel, Tradelink, MMEM, AWM, CNW, Haymans, and Samios. For more information visit: https://fergus.com/
