UC Advanced - issue #23

FluidOne has a new CEO

Source 1 Solutions new VP of Managed Services EMEA

FluidOne has appointed Paul Kahn as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Russell Horton who is stepping down, officially departing on 8 December 2025. Under Horton’s leadership since April 2018, FluidOne has grown from a small connectivity business to a £100m+ secure connected cloud solutions provider serving 2,200 business customers across the UK. Kahn commented, “I’m delighted to be joining FluidOne at such an exciting point in its development.

Danny Cole is Source 1 Solutions’ Vice President of Managed Services, EMEA. Robert Hessel, CEO and Chairman of Source 1 Solutions, has appointed Dublin- based Danny Cole to lead the company's managed services operations and strategic growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. "Danny's appointment marks an exciting step in our continued expansion throughout EMEA," said Hessel. "He is a proven leader who shares our All-In

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culture, values, and customer-first philosophy. Having worked closely with him for many years through strategic alliances in the UK and Central Europe, this move not only strengthens our managed services capabilities in the region but also deepens our long-term strategic alignment." Earlier in his career, Cole held senior roles with leading technology organisations where he oversaw enterprise voice, unified communications, and contact centre solutions for major clients. He also co-founded and helped grow Convergent Systems Ltd, later acquired by the Calyx Group. n

Russell and the team have built a business with excellent foundations, strong

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customer relationships, a service portfolio bringing together secure connectivity, IT, cyber, unified comms and AI, and a culture that clearly delivers for customers.” n

Renkus-Heinz appoints Global CRO

Ericsson’s Gyamlani Steps Down

Renkus-Heinz has appointed Jonathan Phillips as Chief Revenue Officer. Phillips will oversee global partnerships and revenue strategy. Phillips brings 25+ years’ expertise scaling technology companies from innovation to market. “Jonathan’s operational experience and technical background make him an excellent addition to our leadership team,” stated Monika Smetona, President of Renkus-Heinz.

Ericsson’s Moti Gyamlani will step down from his role as SVP and Head of Group Function Global Operations as of 12 January 2026. Gyamlani has been

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with the company since 2019 and has served on Ericsson’s Executive team since 2022. A transition plan is underway where the Group structure is simplified and where functions are moved closer to the business. n Moti Gyamlani

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“His track record building businesses and developing new markets and products aligns with our expansion objectives, and his strategic mindset and passion for technology reflect our core values. His insight and guidance will help propel Renkus-Heinz to new heights and reinforce our position as an industry leader.” n

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