London, UK – 27 October 2016 – Dimension Data, the USD$ 7.5 billion global solutions and services provider, today announced the appointment of Maria Grant as UK & Ireland (UK&I) Services Director. Maria will be responsible for maintaining and growing Dimension Data’s UK&I client base and accelerating services-led offerings for the Group’s clients.

Prior to this appointment, Maria was Head of Service Design and Head of Remote Service Operations at Dimension Data. During her career, she was Chief Operating Officer for Olive Communications, and held other leadership positions at Logicalis, Azzurri, Verizon and BT.

“I am delighted Maria will now be taking up the role of UK&I Services Director,” said Barney Taylor, Managing Director, UK & Ireland. “Her extensive market knowledge and experience in managed services means that she is a very important addition to our growing UK&I Leadership team.”

“I’m pleased to accept this role at what is an exciting time for Dimension Data,” said Maria.

“Dimension Data is committed to going to market in the UK&I with solutions and services that meet the changing needs of our clients. I look forward to being part of the Group’s services organisation, and being able to contribute to Dimension Data’s growth strategy.”