Wavenet Announces New Senior Leadership Team

09/10/24 Wavenet

Wavenet Announces New Senior Leadership Team

Wavenet CEO Philip Grannum has announced his senior leadership team following the company’s recent acquisition of Daisy Corporate Services. The new structure includes executives from both businesses, bringing together complementary strengths and experience at the helm of the UK’s largest independent MSSP.

The newly appointed leadership team will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s future as it gears for growth in the rising tide markets of cloud, cybersecurity and intelligent networks.

Lizz Poltawski becomes Chief Commercial Officer following six years in the role at DCS and will lead Wavenet’s product strategy and ESG agenda. Stewart Motler continues in his role as Chief Operating Officer, a position he has held for over 12 years. Venetia Cooper remains Chief Financial Officer while Andrew Beck takes on a new role as Chief Financial Integration Officer.

Mark Phillips becomes Chief Revenue Officer, responsible for new business, supply chain services and sales and marketing. Paul Colwell assumes the role of Chief Information Security Officer responsible for managing cybersecurity, information security and operational resilience.

David Gisborne continues in his role as HR Director and Alexandra Stephenson in her current position as Head of Communications.

Philip Grannum comments:

“I am delighted to announce our new senior leadership team of talented and committed individuals who are united in our vision for the newly merged company. The team brings together a wealth of experience, skills and innovative thinking to drive our business forward. Together, we will work to implement strategies aimed at scaling operations, further strengthening our partner network and delivering a first-class service to our customers.”

Philip Grannum, CEO of Wavenet

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