– UK, Kent – AdEPT Technology Group plc (LON: ADT), one of the UK’s leading independent providers of managed services for IT, unified communications, connectivity, voice and cloud services, toay announced that Craig Wilson has been appointed as a non-executive director of the Company with immediate effect.
“We are delighted that Craig has decided to join AdEPT. We have deliberately created a business with a broad spread of ICT capabilities to serve the needs of our clients. Craig’s expertise in the ICT arena and knowledge of the Public Sector marketplace will significantly strengthen the Board. I would like to welcome Craig to the AdEPT team,” Ian Fishwick, Chairman said.
As part of an ongoing review of AdEPT board practices, AdEPT announces the retirement today of Dusko Lukic as a non-executive director from the Board with his position being taken by Craig Wilson. Dusko has been a member of the AdEPT Board for 13 years as the senior independent non-executive director. He was also Chairman of the AdEPT Audit and Remuneration and Nomination Committees.
Ian Fishwick, Chairman said, “It has been an absolute delight to work with Dush for so many years. He has been central to agreeing on a clear strategy and implementation plan and he has seen the business grow substantially since he joined us at our IPO in 2006. We wish him every success in the future and thank him for his outstanding contribution. He is a big part of our history”.
About Craig Wilson
Craig was formerly Chief Executive Officer of Xchanging plc and during his 37 years in the IT Services arena led some of the largest Managed Services companies in the UK including; EDS, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise Services and CSC.
Craig has extensive experience in Business Process Outsourcing, IT Services and Software, running businesses with up to £3bn in annual revenue and 14,000 staff.
Given that AdEPT has over 40% of revenues related to the Public Sector Craig’s expertise in this arena is highly relevant with experience spanning; Department for Work and Pensions, HM Revenue & Customs, Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Justice.
Craig Wilson, Non-Executive Director commented: “I’m joining AdEPT at a fascinating time. With successful acquisitions under its belt, a clear strategy to become a leading ‘platform play’ and a strength in both public and private markets, there are strong foundations to build on. I look forward to working with the Board to capitalise on these capabilities.”
Craig is a Fellow of the British Computer Society, a Chartered Engineer, Chartered IT Professional and holds an MBA and BSC.
About AdEPT Technology Group plc
AdEPT Technology Group plc is one of the UK’s leading independent providers of managed services for IT, unified communications, connectivity and voice solutions. AdEPT’s tailored services are used by thousands of customers across the UK and are brought together through the strategic relationships with tier-1 suppliers such as Openreach, BT Wholesale, Virgin Media, Avaya, Microsoft, Dell and Apple.
AdEPT is quoted on AIM, operated by the London Stock Exchange (Ticker: ADT).
For more information: https://www.adept.co.uk
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