Zahara was founded in 2015 with a simple vision – Create user-friendly
software to simplify time-consuming and overly complicated financial
processes. Since then we have gone on to create a complete
Purchase-to-Pay / AP Automation solution with customers across the
globe. Here is the team behind the decisions, the designs and the
support of Zahara as a global application.
Martin Peirce
CEO & Founder
Jonathan Lee
COO
Nick Hedley-Harper
Head of Technical Operations
Ruth Whittaker
Head of Customer Success
Drew Murray
Head of Sales
Ant Brooks
Head of Product
James Godden
Systems Architect
Paul Droguet
Head of Asia Pac
Martin Peirce
CEO & Founder
Martin loves his gadgets and is a technologist through and through. He
started out programming his BBC Micro back in the 80's and has
maintained a love of computing ever since. His experience with
document management and invoice processing in more recent years
resulted in him designing Zahara. As a lifelong Chelsea fan, Martin
knows how to manage his expectations. He has no sporting ability
whatsoever, but is a passionate motorcyclist - the faster the better,
a lover of dogs and keen traveller.
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Jonathan Lee
COO
Jonathan is Zahara’s Operations Director and has a long history working with software businesses, including spending ten years with the Planit Group which developed and distributed brands like Edgecam, Alphacam, Radan, amongst others. He now works with a number of businesses on a portfolio basis, however, with his financial background Zahara is closest to his heart. He enjoys walking and once ran a walking holiday business in southern France. He is also a keen foodie and collector of cookbooks!
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Nick Hedley-Harper
Head of Systems
Nick began his journey at Zahara from the ground up, evolving into a pivotal technical leader within the company. He plays a critical role across various departments, combining deep experience and technical expertise in Pre-Sales, Product Management, and Technical Operations. Nick is known for his proactive approach, working hands-on with every team to drive innovation and enhance the user experience. Never one to "sit still," Nick is currently working on converting an ex-DHL van into a camper, aiming to spend more quality time with his family throughout the UK and Europe.
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Anthony Brooks
Head of Product
Having spent eight years in hospitality and retail management, including selling doughnuts for Krispy Kreme, Ant switched his focus to software six years ago. Since joining Zahara in January 2019, Ant looks after all things user-focused. Always looking to add strings to his bow, he is currently learning to code. Ant is also a keen sportsman, with skiing and football being his sports of choice. He has spent two seasons living and skiing in Canada. Go Back
Drew Murray
Head of Sales
Drew joined Zahara in 2021 to lead the Sales Team and brings with him over ten years’ experience of working alongside software businesses. As a multi-sport enthusiast he loves riding bikes, running with his dog, Fergus, and hanging out with his family. Go Back
Ruth Whittaker
Head of Customer Success
Ruth joined Zahara in October 2018 as a customer support and onboarding engineer. She brings a wealth of customer care experience gained in data management in education, hotel management and estate agency. When not working Ruth enjoys travel and is currently learning Spanish and has an ambition to walk the Camino de Santiago. She will go the extra mile to make sure Zahara onboarders and users have a world class experience. Go Back
James Godden
Chief Architect
James is one of the founders of Zahara and is the lead developer and a real stickler for well tested code. Leading the internal development team, he tackles every project with calm professionalism, encouraging the team to find the best way to do things.
In his spare time he plays Minecraft, reads a lot of sci-fi, and explores the rich cultural diversity that is his home town of Brighton. Go Back
Paul Droguet
Head of Asia Pac
Paul is based in Brisbane, Australia and manages Zahara in the Asia Pacific region. Paul has a technical career working in both Australia and the UK. He has a great knowledge of business processes and associated technologies that improve efficiencies. Paul is the territory manager for Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific providing real-time support and sales insight for both existing and new customers. Go Back
Ethan Wyatt
Committed Support Engineer
Ethan has been in various IT customer support roles over the last five years. He has worked with several different technologies and programming languages along the way. He's a very keen learner, enjoys cricket in the summer, gaming, Liverpool FC, walking, going to the gym, and is a lover of cats.