This announcement comes shortly after Commsworld announced record growth figures exceeding £15 million. Joining the firm’s board are business heavy-weights Steve Langmead and John Bennett, who will both take outward-looking roles to help the business achieve the next stage of its growth. Langmead, the former Senior Vice President of Atos and Chief Executive of Capita Scotland will join the board as a Non-Executive Director as will Bennett, the Director with European Equities at Janus Henderson Investors and a Non-Executive Director with Rangers Football Club.

The duo, who have a combined c-suite experience of more than 40 years, will add to an already formidable board that includes Ian Blackford MP, the SNP Parliamentary Leader. Recently, Commsworld signed a seven-year deal worth £30m with Glasgow City Council’s to provide information and communications technology, which will see Glasgow transformed into one of the world’s most digitally advanced cities.

Public Good Key Motive

Langmead, who also chairs Brightwater Services and is on the board with both the National Trust for Scotland and YoungScot, cited the importance of public good as a key motive for taking on the role saying: “The fundamental reasons for me joining are the great people behind the firm and the sheer amount of good it is doing for Scotland’s businesses and essential public services.”

“Ricky and his team were savvy during the recession – and in the years following have built up an incredible business by doing things honestly and properly, providing value and delivering exceptional service.”

“That has in turn provided the business with the platform to work closely with local authorities and that is making a real difference to people’s lives. For one thing, it is transforming the way kids are learning. Bringing ultra-fast network speeds into schools and libraries will not only bring those benefits to individuals, but it will have an immeasurable impact on Scotland’s future prosperity.”

The Best is Yet to Come

Bennet who believes that Commsworld’s best years lie ahead said: “I’ve had connections and dealings with Commsworld for years and the business has changed enormously in that time. What really impressed me in the early days was the way it managed the regression of the telecoms industry while rivals went under – but they survived this tricky period.”

“They didn’t overspend, they were cautious, distrusted leverage and knew the importance of a strong balance sheet. This is essential for customers as they like to know they’re dealing with a business that will stand the test of time.”

“I firmly believe that the best is yet to come for Commsworld even after the remarkable last year. They’ve been able to transition really well, serving the SMEs really well, as well as those in the public sector at a time when others simply aren’t doing so.”