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Company 
Leadership

Meet the experienced leadership team guiding Univerus toward growth, innovation, and a collaborative culture across our global software organization.

OUR MISSION

Built to Empower

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Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Univerus is a fast-growing enterprise software company specializing in vertical market solutions. With over 300 employees, more than 25 acquisitions, and a global customer base exceeding 3,500 organizations, Univerus delivers mission-critical technology across public and private sectors.

 

Our flagship platform, Unity ERP, powers operations in local government, utilities, construction, manufacturing, health and safety, education, and beyond.

Culture of Collaboration

Univerus strives to empower both customers and employees. We work with our businesses to identify areas of improvement and utilize our shared-services model to address them accordingly.

 

We are focused on improving business efficiency, which is why we insist on high training standards and structure our teams in a way that encourages collaboration, not duplication. Everyone has a clear role to play, with constant opportunity to share expertise and learn from others.

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WHO WE ARE

Meet the Team

Univerus is fortunate to have an experienced, passionate leadership group with the vision and expertise to guide our continued growth.

BRAD ATCHISON

CEO

Drives company strategy, growth, and product innovation to deliver exceptional value to customers.

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TERRY RIDYARD

COO

Oversees operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and adaptability across all business units.

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LIAM GRAVELY

CFO

Leads financial strategy and management to support sustainable growth and success.

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JEN HUGHES

CAO

Manages administration and initiatives that empower teams and improve performance.

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ADAM BIGGS

CTO

Directs technology strategy and innovation to create cutting-edge solutions for customers.

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PRESS

Univerus in the News

Stay up to date with the latest stories, announcements, and insights from across the Univerus portfolio. Check back regularly for new articles and updates.

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