Josh Devanny | Chief Officer and Innovation Officer


About Me
Josh Devanny is Chief Growth and Innovation Officer at Thrive, where he joined in 2019 to build the company’s sales engine from the ground up. Known for his strategic mindset and people-first approach, Josh has been instrumental in shaping Thrive’s commercial success, culture, and global partnerships with brands such as Emirates, Vodafone and Volvo. Today, he leads Thrive’s Revenue and Product Strategy globally whilst driving expansion across the Middle East. With a focus on collaboration, performance and purpose, Josh is recognised for his sharp leadership, relentless energy and ability to build high-performing teams that deliver real impact
Areas of Expertise
Commercial strategy and scaling revenue growth
Sales leadership and team development
Learning technology and innovation
Partner relationships and enterprise expansion
Coaching and performance culture
Achievements
Establishing Thrive as a market leader in learning technology.
Grown the business from 3 customers to 100s around the world
Delivered consistent year on year growth expanding Thrive’s reach to over 500 businesses
across 60+ countries and millions of users.Guided Thrive to award-winning success, recognised by the Sunday Times 100 and Deloitte
Fast 50 as one of the fastest-growing technology companies.Forged strategic partnerships with global brands including Emirates, Volvo, Burger King,
Nando’s and Vodafone, driving measurable business performance and cultural transformation.
Spearheading Thrive’s Middle East growth.
Programs/Trainings
LMS
Content Services
Consultancy
Upskilling
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Location
Sharjah Media City SHAMS, United Arab Emirates
Contact
Phone: +971505959268
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