Focus Group three key board appointments

Focus Group, a leading provider of business technology solutions, today announced three significant appointments to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to strategic growth, innovation and market leadership.

Neil Hall joins as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over two decades of industry experience to the role. Hall most recently served as President at Computacenter North America, where he successfully drove business transformation initiatives and delivered significant growth. His appointment signals Focus Group's ambition to accelerate its expansion and enhance its service offerings.

The company has also named Peter Sweetbaum as Chairman. Sweetbaum's previous role as CEO of Content and Cloud saw him guide the business through a period of substantial growth and strategic development. His extensive expertise in IT services and cloud solutions positions him well to support Focus Group as it continues to build on its market-leading position.

Completing the trio of appointments, Chris Morris joins as Non-Executive Director. Morris, who currently serves as CEO of Citation, one of the UK's most respected providers of compliance and HR services, brings deep operational experience and strategic insight to the board.

Neil Hall said: "I'm excited to join Focus Group at this pivotal moment in its evolution. The company has built an impressive foundation in business technology solutions and I see tremendous opportunities to accelerate our growth while deepening the value we deliver to customers. With our strengthened board and talented team, we are well-positioned to become the partner of choice for organisations navigating their digital journeys.”

Hg Capital’s investment and these appointments represent a significant milestone in Focus Group's journey, enabling the business to draw on a wealth of experience and resources to build on its strong foundation. The combined expertise of Neil, Peter, and Chris will be instrumental in propelling the next phase of growth and will ensure the business continues to deliver exceptional value to its customers.

Published 6th January 2025