Patrick Connaughton is a Director, Global Trade at Agilent Technologies. He possess expertise in program management, cross functional team leadership, management, process improvement, business process improvement and 29 more skills. Colleagues describe him as "I reported directly to Patrick in the Rockville Customer Business Center. One of the first instructions he gave was to "handle your accounts like you're running your own business." That really hit home for me because it implied quality customer service, accountability and care. He is a hands-off manager who allows you the freedom to think for yourself and manage your responsibilities yet he is always available to provide guidance when necessary. He is a top-notch manager… Show more" and "Patrick Connaughton is one of the best managers I have ever worked for. Patrick has the professional polish, refined demeanor, and executive presence that I as a subordinate of his, highly admired and often wanted to emulate. I found Patrick a very thoughtful manager who was ever willing to listen to and cultivate talent, while maintaining very high standards of excellence."