APPOINTMENTS
TD Synnex TD Synnex has appointed Andy McCarthy as Sales Director – Major Accounts for the UK and Ireland, reinforcing its commitment to delivering enhanced customer experiences across its partner ecosystem. McCarthy brings over 27 years of channel
experience to the role, including senior positions at Samsung, Sony, and, most recently, Exertis, where he served as General Manager for Major Accounts. His appointment is aimed at strengthening relationships with key partners and supporting their long-term growth through tailored engagement and strategic support. Phil Brown, VP Sales, UK & Ireland, TD Synnex, commented: “By
bringing a talented individual into the business who has worked at the highest level with partners and understands their needs intimately, we are underlining our commitment to delivering even better customer experiences for our partners.”
Midwich AV distributor Midwich has appointed Tyrone Zagnoiev as Experience Centre Manager at Innovation House, its flagship technology showcase facility in Bracknell. In his new role, Zagnoiev will oversee the day-
to-day operations of Innovation House, driving customer engagement through hands-on demonstrations, curated events, and strategic marketing initiatives. He will also work closely with UK&I group partners to highlight emerging technologies and strengthen the Midwich brand. Zagnoiev joins from Jabra, bringing extensive experience in customer
experience management and AV solutions. His appointment coincides with a significant refresh of Innovation House. Greg Bennett, General Manager at Midwich, added: “Tyrone’s
appointment marks an exciting step forward for Innovation House. His focus on creating meaningful customer experiences will be instrumental in strengthening our relationships and building brand loyalty.”
Netgear Netgear, a global provider of intelligent networking solutions, has appointed Luca Marinelli as Head of Europe. Marinelli will oversee enterprise customer development, channel partnerships, and team growth across the region.
Marinelli brings over two decades of leadership experience in the
technology sector, with senior roles at Citrix, Microsoſt, Cisco, Exclusive Networks, Check Point, and Alludo. His tenure includes nine years at Cisco, culminating in his role as Managing Director of Channels for EMEA, and seven years at Microsoſt Italy, where he served as Senior Director for Enterprise Major and Global Accounts. He later became CEO and General Manager of Exclusive Networks Italia, and held regional leadership roles at Citrix and Alludo. With a strong partner base already in place, Netgear is now refining
its channel-led approach to meet evolving business needs. Marinelli’s leadership is expected to accelerate execution of the enterprise strategy outlined earlier this year.
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Sage Sage has named Gretchen O’Hara as Executive Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & Business Development, signalling a renewed focus on partner ecosystem expansion and AI-driven customer development for small and mid- sized businesses (SMBs). O’Hara brings more than 25 years of experience in
channel sales, business development, and ecosystem transformation. She is widely recognised for her leadership in partner advocacy, sustainability, and advancing women in technology. In her new role, O’Hara will oversee the scaling of Sage’s
partner ecosystem, with a remit to accelerate growth through diversified business models and unlock new opportunities via AI and cloud technologies. O’Hara joins Sage from Splunk, a Cisco company, where
she served as Vice President of Worldwide Channels and Alliances. Her tenure included building strategic alliances with hyperscalers and global systems integrators to support hybrid and multi-cloud deployments. Before Splunk, she spent 18 years at Microsoſt in executive roles spanning AI, sustainability, and go-to-market strategy.
Synaxon UK Synaxon UK has expanded its team with the appointment of Markella Corbetta as Category Manager, a newly created role aimed at accelerating partner business development and supporting strategic bids. Corbetta brings more than
seven years of experience from Ingram Micro, where she held roles in product management and served as Business Development Manager for Dell. At Synaxon UK, she will act as a central contact for reseller and vendor partners, helping to identify and secure significant new opportunities. “As Synaxon UK grows and develops, we need to ensure
that we can support our partners in their efforts to drive sales,” said Mike Barron, UK Managing Director. “We’re delighted to be bringing someone with Markella’s qualities and experience on board. She will play a pivotal role, working with our key reseller and vendor partners, assisting them in maximising the benefits of our services and successfully addressing new business opportunities.” Corbetta joins a UK-based team that leverages Synaxon’s
wider European infrastructure, including its 350-strong operation in Germany. Te organisation offers a portfolio of managed and professional services, enabling partners to deliver complete infrastructure solutions to their customers.
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