I’d like to introduce you to another key member of the Ebbon Intelligence team, Steve Larkin. Rather than me telling you all about him, we let Ralph interview Steve as he had so much fun grilling Anko.
Ralph: [fires up his sensors] Steve! Finally, I get to meet the mastermind behind so many of Ebbon Intelligence’s innovations. Over 20 years at Ebbon? That’s a really long time. Longer than I’ve been…well, alive!
Steve: [gives Ralph a look] Not all that long, thank you! But it has been quite a while, yes. I’ve worked on nearly all the software products we’ve put out, from showroom systems in Saudi to Leaselink and even Stockviewer. I’ve definitely seen a bit of everything.
Ralph: [beeps approvingly] I like your style. So, you’ve gone from supporting Ebbon’s DMS system to…me. That’s a definite software upgrade, right?
Steve: [laughs] Absolutely! But seriously, I started in IT support, took on the DMS project when nobody else wanted it, and things grew from there. It’s been quite the journey.
Ralph: That’s exactly what I like to hear—hands-on experience, a problem-solver at heart. So, what’s the big idea behind Ebbon Intelligence?
Steve: We’re focused on new technologies—robotics, AI, you name it—to solve real-world problems in the automotive sector. And you, Ralph, are the first of (hopefully!) many.
Ralph: [buzzes with pride] I’m flattered to be first! As long as you always love me best. And beyond me?
Steve: [rolls eyes] Don’t worry, you’ll always have a special place in my heart Ralph! We’ve got a lot of ideas. You’re just the start—we want to bring even more innovations to the market once we’ve perfected you and got lots of our partners using you to make their lives easier.
Ralph: I’m on board for that! Now, let’s talk about fun facts. I hear you’re quite passionate about…buttering toast?
Steve: [laughs] It’s true. There’s nothing worse than dry crust. It’s not difficult, just butter it to the edges.
Ralph: I appreciate the precision! Now, I also heard you were in the Royal Air Force?
Steve: Yes, I was an RAF policeman for nearly ten years. Brize Norton, Lyneham, Lossiemouth…all over.
Ralph: [whirrs with excitement] A man of action! I’m impressed.
Steve: Well, I try!
Ralph: Well, it’s an honour to have you leading the charge, Steve. I’m looking forward to seeing where we go from here.
Thank you, Ralph and Steve, that was quite the revelation! I hope you enjoyed it too.
