Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 30 | Page 24

MIDDLE EAST REGIONAL CHANNELS MID DLE EAST In a move to strengthen its Middle East, Africa and India operations, Matrix42 recently announced the appointment of Glyn Yates as Country Manager, IMEA region. MATRIX42 APPOINTS GLYN YATES AS COUNTRY MANAGER FOR IMEA REGION Matrix42 has appointed its first manager for the IMEA region as it ramps up its international business growth plans. Matrix42, a market leading specialist for digital workspace management, as recognised by Gartner and Forrester, has announced the appointment of Glyn Yates as Country Manager, IMEA region. The move is a further indication of Matrix42’s investment in growing its international business division under Roberto Casetta, Vice President of International Sales. “Glyn Yates is the perfect appointment for us as Country Manager for IMEA region. He has an excellent understanding of the local market and proven track record in helping I am honoured to have been selected for this role and to be given the opportunity to build Matrix42’s business in the Middle East region. Glyn Yates, Country Manager, IMEA region, Matrix42 vendors grow their customer base through strong channel initiatives. His enthusiasm and previous success in the market will help ensure Matrix42 achieve a successful IMEA strategy,” said Casetta, “His recruitment bolsters our commitment to the IMEA region and our local partners.” Expanding the Matrix42 footprint in the IMEA region Yates has a proven track record in helping businesses succeed in the Middle East region. After many years establishing business practices with multi-billion dollar tech companies in the UK, Glyn moved to the UAE in 2011 and very quickly helped a number of tech giants develop strategic positioning specific to the needs of Middle East markets across MENA and Levant, designing and defining competitive advantage, go-to-market strategy and execution. His previous role was as Regional Director of Axios Systems for the Middle East and Africa regions. “I am honoured to have been selected for this role and to be given the opportunity to build Matrix42’s business in the Middle East region. The Matrix42 software, aligned with the region’s continued investment in creating a digital working environment, provides a unique opportunity for the company to expand successfully,” said Yates. Matrix42 exhibited at GITEX 2019 with its partner EMT Distribution and Yates added: “An important element of my role will be building our channel presence. This will mean developing new strategies with our current partners and identifying additional regional partners who can help drive the business forward.” • 24