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Senior Operating Advisors

Paul
Lachance

Senior Operating Advisor

Biography

Paul brings extensive experience as a technologist and futurist in the manufacturing operations market to LLR Partners. A two-time software company founder with successful exits, Paul leverages his expertise in SaaS and Industry 4.0 to help LLR evaluate investment opportunities and support the growth of its portfolio companies.

Paul currently serves as an industry consultant aiding software companies to optimize their growth opportunities by assisting executive leaders in strategic planning – especially related to Industry 4.0 and market trends, product roadmap, go-to-market strategy, and thought-leadership writing. He previously founded Symbiotic Systems and Smartware Group. His last SaaS product, Bigfoot CMMS, was an industry-leading CMMS/EAM solution for manufacturing. Bigfoot was acquired by Dude Solutions and now serves as their primary EAM solution. Paul continues to serve as a consultant helping numerous software and private equity firms to align market trends with growth and investment opportunities.

Engaged by LLR

2026

Education

Bentley University (B.A.)

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