> Often, you can see their prior (or even current) job, and press releases about them selecting that software some short(ish) time before. That may or may not

> Often, you can see their prior (or even current) job, and press releases about them selecting that software some short(ish) time before. That may or may not be a problem, depending on policies and how it was handled. Generally, you need to disclose any conflicts of interest. Then, its up to your company on what will be done next. You are probably going be removed from the actual decision-making process (regardless if you are ultimately going to be the one closing the deal - after your peers approved the decision). If everything was disclosed and there was no kickbacks, it might have been ok (although the press release may overstate the role they played in the selection). If not, you may be in hot water with your company and even the justice system.