Gary Connolly

Gary Connolly has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Gary began working at KX in 2016 and held positions such as Global Lead Generation, Business Development Executive in Munich and London, Business Development Manager for the UK/Ireland. In 2022, they became the Vice President of Aerospace, Defence and Space at KX. In 2022, Gary joined the Northern Ireland Space Leadership Council as an Industrial Advisory Board Member.

Gary has responsibility for the development, growth, and delivery of the KX Software business in the Aerospace, Defence, Space and Intelligence sectors.

“KX’s heritage, and background dealing with critical data in finance draws great industry parallels in dealing with mission critical information exchange and intelligence in the defence sector. KX is uniquely equipped to provide a true sovereign UK data exploitation and information advantage capability within the Defence sector with global export possibility.

Gary Connolly completed their education at Ulster University and Campbell College Belfast. Gary obtained a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Business Development & Innovation from Ulster University in 2016. Prior to that, they earned a Diploma in Professional Practice with a focus on Marketing from the same university in 2014. Gary also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Marketing from Ulster University, which they attained in 2015. Lastly, they attended Campbell College Belfast from 2004 to 2011, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period.