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Chris-Wood_WIOCC-Group-CEO-1

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

Chris Wood
Group Chief Executive Officer
Ryan-Sher_Group-CCO-1

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_WIOCC-Group

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-01

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

James Wekesa
Group Chief Commercial Officer
Winnie_CHRO_2

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-Bedford_Group-CDO

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-Last_CMO

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_CFO

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

Samuel Ndungu
Group Chief Financial Officer
Joshua_CMA

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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