Executive Team - WIOCC Group

Group Chief Executives

Chris leads the executive team and is responsible for all elements of the company’s global operations.

Chris Wood

Group Chief Executive Officer

Ryan is responsible for global non-shareholder sales, developing and managing all WIOCC product offerings, network operations and procurement.

Ryan Sher

Group Chief Operations Officer

Dr. Ayotunde Coker is one of the leading players in the development of the data centre industry in Africa and is Chairperson of influential industry group, the Africa Data Centres Association

Ayotunde Coker

Chief Executive Officer Open Access Data Centres

James implements sales and marketing strategies and manages client relations across Africa.

James Wekesa

Group Chief Commercial Officer

As the Group Chief HR & Administration Officer, Winnie spearheads the HR and Administration strategy at WIOCC, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s goals.

Winnie Karisa

Group Chief HR & Administration Officer

Darren’s responsibilities include planning and implementing business development strategies and expanding WIOCC’s network coverage across the region

Darren Bedford

Group Chief Business Development Officer

Mike has worked for the company since its initiation in 2008 through to its establishment as one of the leading providers of digital connectivity solutions to the wholesale marketplace in Africa.

Mike Last

Group Chief Marketing Officer

Sam is responsible for the overall financial function and provides legal and commercial support to WIOCC.

Samuel Ndungu

Group Chief Financial Officer

Joshua is a seasoned senior leader with extensive experience of working with multinational telecom operators and telecom service providers, having successfully managed and developed businesses in the telecommunications sector in North American, European, Middle Eastern and Africa.

Joshua Smythwood

Group Chief M&A Officer

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