Geo Networks welcomes Andy Tipping as Sales Director for online sector
London, United Kingdom, 19 September 2011 – Geo Networks (Geo), a provider of dedicated fibre networks, has appointed Andy Tipping as Sales Director to head up its new online business sector team. Andy will build on Geo’s recent success in the online space, with customers including toptable. He will be responsible for the evolution of Geo’s online proposition, targeting transaction-heavy, web based sectors such as gaming, gambling and e-Tail.
Andy brings with him over 30 years of experience within the telecoms sector, with notable ability in developing online propositions. In his career, he has held high level roles at BT Wholesale and Cable & Wireless, where he was responsible for generating new revenue streams for the data and voice market. He has also developed a franchised courier business for over two years, growing it by over 50% in that time and generating a turnover of £22m. He will report to Caroline Ward, Chief Marketing Officer at Geo.
Commenting on his appointment, Andy said: “The online business sector is an area which is seeing phenomenal growth in the UK. Geo’s dedicated fibre offering is a natural fit for this new breed of consumer, and I’m really looking forward to taking Geo to the next level in this fast growing sector.”
Caroline Ward, Chief Marketing Officer of Geo said: “Andy has shown a real drive in developing businesses within the telecoms sector and has a wealth of knowledge. His experience will be a valuable asset in helping us to continue our growth and further develop our online business offering.”
About Geo
Geo is the only company in the UK solely focused on the designing and building of bespoke dedicated fibre network solutions. Geo’s revolutionary and flexible approach means that for the first time, organisations can own and control their networks, ensuring that security, high bandwidth and resilience are guaranteed. By allowing its customers to directly own and control the underlying optical fibre that is at the heart of their data network, Geo is the only truly open access network provider in the UK. It provides an extensive range of solutions including fully managed networks, dark fibre and co-location services. Geo enables network solutions throughout the UK and in the London area. Customers include mobile operators, service providers, major banks and the public sector. Geo is listed as the 3rd fastest growing telecoms & networking company in the UK in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 list for 2010. Visit www.geo-uk.net for more information.
