Meet the Service Visionaries 100 2023

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HotTopics is delighted to announce the Top 100 Service Visionaries pioneering in their field.

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Prepare to be inspired by the world’s leading Service Visionaries

 

HotTopics, the leading C-suite community for Global Technology leaders with more than 17,000 executives worldwide is proud to be hosting the Service Visionaries 100 awards this October in partnership with IFS.

 

The Service Visionaries 100 awards epitomise the pinnacle of success for thought leaders in the realm of service, embodying a spirit of innovation and transformational leadership that shapes the landscape of service and customer experience. Our robust selection process is spearheaded by a respected panel of judges, comprised of renowned industry specialists. Their mission is to identify those game-changers who have proactively driven transformation in their organisations as nominated by our community of C-suite and business leaders.

 

This award acknowledges the considerable contributions these individuals have made, challenging conventional thinking and implementing cutting-edge service solutions, thereby propelling their organisations into the future. The grand unveiling of our prestigious Service Visionaries 100 Awards at will be hosted at The Studio, at Abbey Road Studios, this October, as HotTopics and IFS celebrate the trailblazers moulding the future of service.

 

These accomplished Service Visionaries have been selected by our distinguished panel of judges, featuring industry experts. 

 Service Visionaries 100 2023

Adam Gloss

Adam Gloss

McKinstry

Adam Gloss

Adam Gloss

United States of America United States of America
Construction Construction

Sr. VP, Service

With a proven track record in growing profitable businesses through vision and leadership, Adam Gloss is a highly motivated leader who develops high-performing teams, capable systems and processes and aligns them in the right direction. Throughout his career, Adam has taken on a wide variety of roles including Vice President / Partner at Bel Red Energy Solutions, Service General Manager at Air Systems Engineering and his current role as Senior Vice President, Service at McKinstry, where he has worked for over five years. Adam has been described by colleagues as a positive and professional leader with great attention to detail and ethical standards.

Adam Nebeker

Adam Nebeker

Vivint

Adam Nebeker

Adam Nebeker

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

SVP Field Service

Adam Nebeker has more than 13 years of experience across service, sales and operations roles. Throughout his career, Adam has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Operations Vice President - Front Range Area at Cummins Sales and Service, the Rocky Mountain Region to his current role as Senior Vice President of Field Operations at security company Vivint, where he has worked for over five years. Adam has been described by colleagues as a passionate leader who brings structure and stability to his teams.

Adam Rodda

Adam Rodda

Worcester Bosch

Adam Rodda

Adam Rodda

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Market Intelligence Manager

Equipped with more than 25 years of experience across a variety of service industry roles, Adam Rodda is a seasoned service leader. Throughout his extensive career, Adam has taken on positions such as Operation Customer Delight Project Manager, Customer Service Manager and Business and Market Intelligence Manager at Worcester Bosch, where he has worked for over seven years. Alongside his role, Adam has attended events and shared his insights on service transformation projects and change management projects.

Alex Lagerstedt

Alex Lagerstedt

Metso Outotec

Alex Lagerstedt

Alex Lagerstedt

Finland Finland
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP - Service, BA Metals

Outgoing management professional Alex Lagerstedt has a variety of experience in international and complex sales, CapEx, service businesses and management. Throughout his 24-year career, Alex has taken on a range of roles including CEO and Chairman of the Board at Taffa AB, Project Manager - Metals, EMEA Region at ABB Service and President - Market Area Europe & North Africa. Alex has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in team leadership, metallurgy and engineering.

Alexandra Plochino

Alexandra Plochino

Techtronic Industries

Alexandra Plochino

Alexandra Plochino

Australia Australia
Manufacturing Manufacturing

General Manager of Service Solutions- ANZ

Commercially astute senior manager Alexandra Plochino is a customer-oriented leader with extensive experience in managing customer-facing teams within different national and multinational organisations. With more than 25 years of experience in the service industry, Alexandra has taken on a variety of roles such as Customer Service and Sales Contact Centre Manager - Australia and New Zealand at Emirates and Head of Customer Resolutions at Foxtel. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in service delivery, project delivery and stakeholder management.

Amanda Wheller

Amanda Wheller

Unipart Logistics

Amanda Wheller

Amanda Wheller

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Logistics Logistics

Customer Experience Director

With experience across global markets, customer experience strategy development, operational implementation and CRM, Amanda Walker is an expert service leader. Throughout her extensive career, Amanda has taken on a variety of service roles including National Service Centre Operations Manager at Interserve, Global Customer Journey Manager at Jaguar Land Rover and her current role as Global Customer Engagement at Uniport Logistics. Colleagues have endorsed Amanda for her skills and expertise in customer engagement, facilities management and operations management.

Andy Cachaldora

Andy Cachaldora

GE Healthcare

Andy Cachaldora

Andy Cachaldora

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Health Health

GM Digital Service Northern Europe

Regarded as a hard-working professional and strategic thinker, Andy Cachaldora has more than 18 years of experience in building and leading sales teams in a variety of organisations. Throughout his career, Andy has taken on roles such as Director of Sales Health at Telefonica, Head of Sales at Atos ITO and Director Managed Services South at Philips. In his current role at GE Healthcare, some of his core responsibilities involve overseeing digital healthcare transformation services, designing the overall strategy and setting goals for growth. He has been endorsed for his skills in business transformation, workflow management and channel partners.

Ann Hansen

Ann Hansen

GSK

Ann Hansen

Ann Hansen

United States of America United States of America
Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical

VP, Enterprise Service & Hyperautomation

A strategic enterprise service leader, Ann Hansen has more than 13 years of experience across a range of different sectors. Before taking on her current role, Ann was the Head of Digital Workforce Solutions at Takeda, where she was a key leader in the organisation's journey-to-cloud modernisation effort, among other responsibilities. Prior to this Ann took on roles ranging from Transition Program Manager at Baxter Healthcare to Senior Global Director IT - End User Experience at Shire. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in digital strategy, vendor management and IT strategy.

Antto Shemeikka

Antto Shemeikka

ABB

Antto Shemeikka

Antto Shemeikka

Finland Finland
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Global Head of Customer Success and Service

Described as a cooperative and positive leader by colleagues, Antto Shemeikka has more than 14 years of experience in digital services and process automation. Throughout his career, Antto has taken on roles ranging from Project Engineer at Metsa Tissue GmbH to Global Industry Consulting Lead, ABB Process Industries. In his current role, Antto focuses on delivering comprehensive electrification and automation solutions, with a goal to provide industry-specific products and services to a variety of different industries. Antto is described as a communicative and talented leader and has been endorsed for his skills in Leadership Challenge training, project management training and project safety training.

Arnd Sett

Arnd Sett

Viessmann

Arnd Sett

Arnd Sett

Germany Germany
Manufacturing Manufacturing

SVP Customer Service

With more than two decades of experience in the global customer service business, Arnd Sett has extensive experience in robotics, automation, B2B2C and has a proven track record in strategy development, implementation and developing customer service business. Throughout his career, Arnd has taken on roles ranging from Key Technology Support (Simulation & Offline Planning) to Senior Vice President Global Customer Services. In his current role, Arnd is responsible for field service, residential and commercial installations and the development of a global customer service strategy. His top skills include service management, customer service and global business development.

Bjorn Hilberg

Bjorn Hilberg

Marel

Bjorn Hilberg

Bjorn Hilberg

Denmark Denmark
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Global Field Service Director

An experienced and performance-driven leader and director in the process and industrial engineering industry, Bjorn Hillberg has a strong passion for people development service business strategy and empowering others. Throughout his career, Bjorn has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Commissioning Engineer & Manager to Managing Director of FLSmidth Global Field Services at FLSmidth, where he has worked for over 16 years. In his current role at Marel, Bjorn manages and oversees a global team responsible for installation execellence, learning and development, business analytics and planning and forecasting. He has been endorsed for his skills in P&L management, global management and business strategy.

Brian Krasner

Brian Krasner

Dentsply Sirona

Brian Krasner

Brian Krasner

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Customer Service & Sales Operations

A leader with extensive and transferable cross-industry experience, Brian Krasner leverages more than 15 years of experience in business transformation, customer service and supply chain management within the healthcare sector. Described as an innovative change agent, throughout his career Brian has taken on roles ranging from European Customer Services Leader at GE Healthcare to Customer Service & Supply Chain Management Consultant at Red Gard Consulting. Brian has been endorsed for his skills in organisational transformation consultancy, strategic business planning and cross-functional team leadership.

Brian Walker

Brian Walker

Endress+Hauser Group

Brian Walker

Brian Walker

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP of Service

Described as an empowering sales representative, Brian Walker has more than 26 years of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, Brian has taken on a variety of different roles including Project Manager and Director of Sales and Marketing at George E. Booth Co and County Council Member at Johnson County Council Indiana. In his current role at Endress+Hauser Group, Brian leads service efforts in the process and automation industry in addition to other responsibilities including overseeing technical support, directing field service personnel, and developing, directing the representative sales channel to sell service. He has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in automation, account management and business development.

Carey Officer

Carey Officer

Nemours

Carey Officer

Carey Officer

United States of America United States of America
Health Health

VP Service Delivery Innovation

Service delivery professional Carey Officer has more than two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout her extensive career, Carey has taken on a variety of roles including Senior Financial Healthcare Consultant at KPMG US, Senior Financial Revenue Analyst at Baptist Health and Director of Service Delivery Innovation at Nemours. In her current role, Carey is focused on the organisation's digital transformation, user-centred design and digital health. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in revenue cycle management, digital transformation and user-centred design.

Carmen Garibi

Carmen Garibi

Siemens

Carmen Garibi

Carmen Garibi

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Global Head of Service Operations

An seasoned service executive with more than 14 years of experience directing global sales, marketing, business development strategies, digital transformation implementation projects and much more, Carmen Garibi has been described as a conscientious and results-oriented leader with the ability to lead teams, drive results and effectively influence change. Throughout her career, Carmen has taken on a wide range of roles including Alternate Sales Channel Manager at Siemens Healthineers and Director of Business Development and Sales at 1898 & Co. She has been endorsed for her skills in project management, strategic planning and product development.

Charan Adluri

Charan Adluri

Mattel

Charan Adluri

Charan Adluri

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP, Global Supply Chain Planning, Sourcing & Customer Service

Executive supply chain leader Charan Adluri is dedicated to building integrated, data-driven planning processes to manage and achieve financial targets for globally branded organisations. With more than 19 years of experience in the industry, Charan has taken on roles ranging from Solutions Specialist at Oracle to Senior Director, Global Supply Planning at Mattel, where he has worked for over 14 years. Charan has been endorsed by his colleagues at Mattel for his skills in business analysis, business intelligence and business strategy. He has been described as a great team player with execellent analytical skills in planning function.

Chris Beaulieu

Chris Beaulieu

Cummins

Chris Beaulieu

Chris Beaulieu

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

President, Service Operations

With a passion for continuous improvement, Chris Beaulieu has more than two decades of experience in the service industry. Throughout her career at Cummins, Chris has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Executive Director, Global Operations to her current role as President - Service Operations. Chris has been endorsed by colleagues for her extensive range of skills in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, project management and product development.

Chris Randle

Chris Randle

Siemens Gamesa

Chris Randle

Chris Randle

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

CEO Service Northern Europe & Middle East

Award-winning service leader Chris Randle has a proven track record in delivering successful results in large multinational corporations while offering unique insights in different business environments. Throughout his career, Chris has taken on positions ranging from Senior Project Manager at HM Forces (ARMY) Corps of Royal Engineers to Certified Senior Project Manager Offshore Wind at Siemens. Within these roles, Chris has successfully led, directed and influenced multinational board level stakeholders and corporate executives to develop and execute strategic and operational objectives. He has been described as a talented leader who delivers execellent project results.

Claire Keelan

Claire Keelan

Johnson Controls

Claire Keelan

Claire Keelan

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Global Transformation Operations

Recognised as a senior organisational leader with more than three decades of experience in strategic planning and operations and driving sustainable business growth, Claire Keelan specialises in global transformation, service growth and operations as a transformational leader. Throughout her extensive career, Claire has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Senior Engineer at Balfour Beatty Managing Director at Ridge Developments and her current role as Vice President Global Transformation Operations at Johnson Controls. She has been described by colleagues as an inspirational and dynamic leader who always delivers.

Daniel Sprich

Daniel Sprich

BP

Daniel Sprich

Daniel Sprich

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Energy Energy

Head of West of Shetland Electrification Programme

Daniel is a key stakeholder in transitioning BP to Net Zero. He leads the flagship and very challenging programme to transform Oil extraction (upstream) operations of BP in West of Shetland to carbon neutral operations.

Dot Mynahan

Dot Mynahan

Otis

Dot Mynahan

Dot Mynahan

United States of America United States of America
Logistics Logistics

Executive Director, Field Operations

With a passion for training and mentoring other employees, Dot Mynahan has more than three decades of experience in the service industry. Throughout her career at elevator manufacturer Otis Elevator Co. Dot has progressed from her role as a temporary service clerk to Executive Field Director for the Amercias. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her extensive range of skills including operations management, team building, business process improvement and sales management.

Eduardo Bonefont

Eduardo Bonefont

Becton Dickinson

Eduardo Bonefont

Eduardo Bonefont

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Worldwide VP Technical Services

With comprehensive global management and leadership experience in large businesses, Eduardo Bonefont has a proven track record in improving business performance, leading energising global teams, and overcoming cultural and language barriers within organisations. Throughout his career, Eduardo has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Marketing Director - Service Solutions beyond the Product at GE Energy, Senior Director Global Services at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics and his current role as Worldwide VP of Technical Services - Life Sciences Segment at BD. Eduardo has been described by colleagues as a leader with clear strengths in team building and the perserverance to deliver results.

Eleezeh Safarians

Eleezeh Safarians

Illumina

Eleezeh Safarians

Eleezeh Safarians

United States of America United States of America
Health Health

VP Americas Service & Support

An innovative and creative leader, Eleezeh Safarians has a strong background in managing and developing productive teams that aid organisations in becoming more competitive and responsive to customers. She is also equipped with a deep knowledge in medical devices, biotechnology and regulated markets. Throughout her career Eleezeh has taken on roles ranging from Manager of Escalation Management Team at ADAC Laboratories to Director of Customer Experience at Philips Healthcare Imaging Systems. She has been endorsed for her skills in customer retention, communication and customer relationship management.

Elke Anderl

Elke Anderl

Deutsche Telekom

Elke Anderl

Elke Anderl

Germany Germany
Telecommunications Telecommunications

SVP Service Development & Innovation

Considered a service, innovation and customer-centric leader, Elke Anderl has more than 24 years of experience in the industry. Throughout her career, Elke has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Account Marketing Manager at T-Systems Singapore to VR HR Development Performance Management at Deutsche Telekom, where she has worked for over four years. In her current role, Elke's main objective is providing best service for customer in class. The key aspects of this service leadership include digitisation and service quality while implementing innovative solutions. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in management, human resources and leadership.

Emmanuelle Duchesne

Emmanuelle Duchesne

Culligan

Emmanuelle Duchesne

Emmanuelle Duchesne

France France
Services Services

Customer Service Director

Member of the French Leadership Team. Implement the Service strategy (Quality, Retention and Development), action plans and key performance indicators. Prepare the annual Service budget and monitor Service activities (Sale, Installation and Maintenance of wáter treatment equipments). Direct operational management of 100 employees on 4 sites, 10 direct reports, including 2 regional Service directors. Responsible for 65 000 service contracts.

Erdogan Genc

Erdogan Genc

CNH Industrial

Erdogan Genc

Erdogan Genc

Singapore Singapore
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Global Head of Customer Service Business

Considered a seasoned executive management professional, Erdogan Genc has more than 25 years of expertise in the machine industry, working across areas such as parts warehouse operations distribution management, product support, service and business management initiatives. Throughout his career, Erdogan has taken on roles ranging from Product Manager at Volvo Construction Equipment to Vice President Aftermarket Solutions at CHH Industrial. He has been described by colleagues as a strategic leader and team player who is able to execute tasks successfully at tactical and operational levels. He has been endorsed for his skills in dealer network development, continuous improvement and project management.

Ewen McDonald

Ewen McDonald

Rolls-Royce

Ewen McDonald

Ewen McDonald

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Automotive Automotive

Chief Customer Officer - Civil Aerospace

With more than three decades of experience across marketing, sales and service, Ewen McDonald is a seasoned service leader. Throughout his career at Rolls Royce, Ewen has taken on eight senior roles including Sales Director - Europe, Senior Vice President. - Asia Pacific and Senior Vice President Product Development. In his current role as Rolls Royce's Chief Customer Officer - Civil Aerospace, Ewen serves alongside the executive Board and designs new programs to elevate the customer experience.

Frank Delinte

Frank Delinte

Solvay

Frank Delinte

Frank Delinte

Belgium Belgium
Manufacturing Manufacturing

SVP Head of IT Projects Service Line

A seasoned executive with international experience in chemicals and process industries, Frank Delinte is considered a versatile, collaborative and open-minded leader who makes value-driven decisions and promotes innovation within organisations. Throughout his career, Frank has taken on roles ranging from Head of Enterprise Architecture and Head of SIS Nafta at Solvay Information Services NAFTA to SVP, Head of Project Service Line at Solvay USA. In his current role, Frank supervises key programs including SAP implementations and the transition to digital operating models. He has been endorsed for his skills in information technology, project management office and IT outsourcing.

Fraser Donaldson

Fraser Donaldson

Intuitive

Fraser Donaldson

Fraser Donaldson

Switzerland Switzerland
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Customer Experience and Service

An experienced executive with a strong background in the medical device and diagnostic industry, Fraser Donaldson is equipped with general management skills and a strong operational sales and marketing focus. Throughout his career, Fraser has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Division Director Ethicon Endosurgery at Johnson & Johnson to VP Customer Operations, Europe. Colleagues have described Fraser as a leader who brings great energy, determination and enthusiasm to any business situation. He has been endorsed for his skills in sales force effectiveness, supply chain management and marketing operations.

Ged Cranny

Ged Cranny

Konica Minolta

Ged Cranny

Ged Cranny

United Kingdom United Kingdom
IT Services IT Services

Senior Consultant konica Minolta SSD

Senior service leader Ged Cranny is recognised for being dedicated to both the business and the people. Ged has a wealth of experience in service delivery and business transformation and adopts an innovative approach when producing a clear vision and direction for his teams. Some of Ged's specialties include maintaining profit, change management, driving innovation and data analysis. Throughout his career, Ged has taken on roles ranging from Regional Service Manager Southern to Head of Direct Service at Konika Minolta Business Solutions. Colleagues have endorsed Ged for his skills in team management, customer satisfaction and sales management.

Gemma de Koning

Gemma de Koning

Alcon

Gemma de Koning

Gemma de Koning

Netherlands Netherlands
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Head of International Customer Operations

A futuristic senior leader with a passion for driving operational execellence, Gemma de Koning places a clear focus on service, enhancing the customer experience and improving employee engagement. Throughout her career, Gemma has taken on roles ranging from Customer Service Representative at Zilveren Kruis Achmea to Vice President Operations & Logistics Solutions EMEA at Stryker. In her current role at Alcon, Gemma leads the customer operations organisation for Alcon's international region.

Ginger Williams

Ginger Williams

Optum

Ginger Williams

Ginger Williams

United States of America United States of America
Health Health

VP Customer Service

A transformational leader with deep expertise in enterprise operations and building regional multi-site customer support teams, Ginger Williams, MBA has more than two decades of experience working for Fortune 500 leading companies. Throughout her career, Ginger has taken on positions in organisations such as CVS Health, UnitedHealth Group, Anthem and TriWest Healthcare Alliance with her roles ranging from Client Liaison Manager to Vice President Customer Care Operations. Colleagues have described Ginger as an energetic leader and strategist who consistently seeks out opportunities for improvement, increasing business performance and achieving execellent outcomes. She has been endorsed for her skills in leadership, healthcare and team building.

Hanna Inget

Hanna Inget

KONE

Hanna Inget

Hanna Inget

Finland Finland
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Global Head of Customer Solutions Engineering

Motivational and business-oriented leader Hanna Inget is inspired by leading others and uses her customer-focussed ambitions to help drive the business. With execellent strategic and business acumen, Hanna's specialties include digital services and solutions, service business and creating growth. Throughout her career, Hanna has taken on roles ranging from Head of Sales and Offering, Maintenance Business at KONE Corporation to COO, Real Estate Management Services at Colliers International Finland. She has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in product management, sales management and business strategy.

Henry Venneman

Henry Venneman

Caterpillar

Henry Venneman

Henry Venneman

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Global Service

Henry Venneman is a service leader with more than 25 years of experience in the industry. Throughout his career at construction equipment manufacturer Caterpillar, Henry has taken on a wide variety of roles and positions including Service Operations Development Manager - EAME, Global New Product Introduction Manager and his current role as Vice President Global Service. Henry has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in cross-functional team leadership, lean manufacturing and operations management.

Iain Carpenter

Iain Carpenter

Finning UK & Ireland

Iain Carpenter

Iain Carpenter

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Director Service Operations

Considered a seasoned operational and service leader, Iain Carpenter has more than three decades of experience across a variety of different areas. Throughout his career at Finning, Iain has taken on a variety of different positions including Component Rebuild Centre Manager, GM Servicr Operations UK & Ireland and Head of Operations Strategic Development. Iain has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in continuous improvement, power generation, international sales and business strategy.

Irma Wilde

Irma Wilde

AT&T

Irma Wilde

Irma Wilde

Mexico Mexico
Telecommunications Telecommunications

VP GM Customer Service

A general manager experienced in B2B relationship development, Irma Wilde has a multitude of operational and international experience in managing project start-ups, influencing positive change, building cross-functional teams and deploying new business models. Throughout her career, Irma has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Business Development and Strategy Manager for Infrastructure and Cities at Siemens to Customer Experience & Digital AVP at AT&T. Irma has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in strategy, management and business development.

James Tappenden

James Tappenden

Openreach (BT Group)

James Tappenden

James Tappenden

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Utilities Utilities

Director, Fibre First & Shared Services at Openreach

James is responsible for the Fibre First Programme in Openreach, on of the UK's largest infrastructure projects and leads the end-to-end strategy and execution of the programme across Openreach, with accountability for the delivery of the programme's significant coverage, commercial and strategic objectives. He also heads up their data and insight capabilities. He is also managing the transition of all of Openreach's 28,000 fleet to EV.

Jason Hookey

Jason Hookey

Groupe Atlantic

Jason Hookey

Jason Hookey

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Chief Digital Officer

Problem-solving and results-driven service leader Jason Hookey specialises in achieving desired results, quickly assimilates issues and leads efficient teams. Throughout his extensive career, Jason has taken on a variety of roles and positions including Senior Practitioner, Business Improvement at KCOM Group and Head of Corporate Delivery, Global Technology Delivery at Serco, where he worked for over 12 years. He has been endorsed for his skills in professional services, operations management and change management by colleagues.

Jason Martin

Jason Martin

Rentokil Initial

Jason Martin

Jason Martin

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Industrial Industrial

IT Services Management Programme Manager

A highly motivated IT service leader and programme manager, Jason Martin has more than 25 years of experience in managing project and programmes. In addition to this, Jason has worked across areas such as transformational change and digital transformation. Throughout his extensive career, Jason has taken on roles such as Retail Sales Analysis Manager at The Body Shop, Project Manager at Rydon and his current role as Service Management Programme Manager at Rentokil Initial, where he is responsible for driving the implementation of the organisation's target service management IT landscape and regional business priorities. Colleagues have endorsed Jason for his skills in project management, business analysis and business process improvement.

JoAnne Lancaster

JoAnne Lancaster

Canon UK

JoAnne Lancaster

JoAnne Lancaster

United Kingdom United Kingdom
IT Services IT Services

Head of Workspace Services

Responsible for overall strategy, operational delivery and customer experience of Workspace Services. Including: PDi & Refurb operations, Hardware Remote Helpdesk, Spares Inventory, DP&S Workspace Field Service and Service Excellence.

Joe Beal

Joe Beal

Baxter International

Joe Beal

Joe Beal

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP US Field Service Operations

Professional service leader Joe Beal has more than three decades of experience across service and field operations. Throughout his career, Joe has taken on a variety of roles and positions including Staff Accountant to Plant Controller to Freshmark Foods, VP Finance - North Amercia at Hillrom and his current role as VP US Field Service Operations at Baxter International, where he has worked for over a year. Joe has been described by colleagues as a calm and collected leader who motivates his teams and explores all solutions and options for organisations. He has been endorsed for his skills in process improvement, manufacturing and team building.

Joe Taylor

Joe Taylor

Husqvarna Construction

Joe Taylor

Joe Taylor

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP, Global Product & Service Management CS&D

Strategic, forward-thinking and hands-on marketing, sales and service leader Joe Taylor has a strong background in aligning priorities in international organisations and localising global focus to deliver cross-functional results. With more than two decades of experience, throughout his career Joe has taken on a variety of positions including Marketing and Operations Manager at Grand Central Station, Product Merchant - Rental Equipment & Marketing Consultant at True Value Company and Director of Sales & Marketing at Classic Party Rentals. Joe has been described by colleagues as a polished sales professional who is adept at building relationships with both internal and external customers.

Jojo Reyes, Jr

Jojo Reyes, Jr

Meralco

Jojo Reyes, Jr

Jojo Reyes, Jr

Philippines Philippines
Utilities Utilities

VP & Head, Network Technology & Asset Management

Seasoned service leader and electrical engineer Jojo Reyes has more than three decades of experience across the industry. Throughout his extensive career at Meralco, Jojo has taken on roles such as Manager, Distribution Services Asset Management, Senior Assistant Vice President and his current role as Vice President, Network Technology & Asset Management. Colleagues have endorsed Jojo for his skills in facilities management, project management and process improvement.

Jonathan Leaper

Jonathan Leaper

Xerox

Jonathan Leaper

Jonathan Leaper

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Consulting Consulting

SVP, Client Services Delivery EMEA

Experienced service leader Jonathan Leaper has a demonstrated history of working in key operational functions across Europe and the US. His specialties include service delivery, sales, account management, marketing and strategy. Throughout his 26-year career at Xerox, Jonathan has taken on a vast range of roles and positions including Director of European Marketing & Strategy, Director - Service Delivery & Transition Management and Director of Large Enterprise Service Delivery & Professional Services. In his current role, Jonathan oversees all delivery operations in EMEA including outsourcing and technical services, global service experience and transformation. He has been described by colleagues as an insightful and inspiring leader with a proficiency in business development and operational efficiency.

Jorge Mejia

Jorge Mejia

TetraPak

Jorge Mejia

Jorge Mejia

United States of America United States of America
Industrial Industrial

Director, Next Gen Service Management

Global responsible for driving and leading the transformation within the area of Field Service Management with solid input and in tight collaboration with Customer Service Operations organizations. Responsible for setting up global direction and strategy for capabilities development (systems, data, process, people competence development) in field service management.

Judith Felton

Judith Felton

CityFibre

Judith Felton

Judith Felton

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Telecommunications Telecommunications

Head of Customer Services

Service delivery professional Judith Felton has more than 25 years of experience working with blue chip organisations while delivering service from pre-sales and post-sales senior management roles. Throughout her career, Judith has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Senior Service Delivery Consultant at Vodafone to Head of Service at Entanet. Within these roles, Judith has led a number of change and service delivery transformation projects and customer retention programmes. She has been described by colleagues as an expert in her field who adopts a collaborative approach to work through tasks and problems.

Julie Meanwell

Julie Meanwell

EDF Energy

Julie Meanwell

Julie Meanwell

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Energy Energy

Transformation Director

Julie is a senior stakeholder leading an end-to-end transformation programme in order to radically improve customer experience, in particular its field service component.

Kanwar Gill

Kanwar Gill

Hitachi Rail

Kanwar Gill

Kanwar Gill

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Transportation Transportation

Senior Director for Digital, Innovation, Strategy & Architecture

Enterprise and visionary digital and technology executive Kanwar Gill has more than 23 years of experience in transforming businesses to become digital. Kanwar specialises in creating compelling visions to increase customer engagement as well as focusing on how to leverage innovation and strategy development within his roles. Throughout his career Kanwar has taken on roles ranging from Senior Consultant & Programme Manager at Infosys Consulting to Chief Innovation and Technology Officer - Digital and IT at Rolls Royce, where he worked for over eight years. He has been endorsed for his skills in business transformation, process improvement and management.

Karin Hedman

Karin Hedman

Scania Group

Karin Hedman

Karin Hedman

Sweden Sweden
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Head of Customer Experience Design

A business-driven and customer-centric professional equipped with analytical skills, Karin Hedman has more than 15 years of experience in the service industry. Throughout her career, Karin has taken on roles ranging from Application Specialist at Attana B to Director of Lifecycle Marketing and Service Design ACT at Getinge Group, where she worked for over two years. In her current role, Karin is responsible for leading a team designers in order to improve CX initiatives to enhance the customer experience.

Kristoffer Brun

Kristoffer Brun

Electrolux Group

Kristoffer Brun

Kristoffer Brun

Sweden Sweden
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Service Operations Product Manager

Kristoffer Brun is a seasoned service leader with expertise in global, high-paced environments, focusing on service and customer/consumer-centric methods and cross-functional team leadership to achieve business results. Throughout his extensive career, Kristoffer has taken on roles such as Key Account Manager at Parker Hannifin, CRM Product Manager at Hiab and his current role as Service Transformation Manager at Electrolux Group, where he has worked for almost five years. Colleagues have described Kristoffer as a dedicated and high-performing leader who focuses on quality, getting everyone onboard and good in linking the work and projects to the vision and strategy of the company. He has been endorsed for his skills in leading transformational change, clarifying and detailing business requirements as well as product management within market leading systems.

Laurie Giammona

Laurie Giammona

DirecTV

Laurie Giammona

Laurie Giammona

United States of America United States of America
Entertainment Entertainment

SVP Loyalty & Service

Established service leader Laurie Giammona has more than three decades of experience across customer care and services. Throughout her extensive career, Laurie has taken on a variety of roles and positions including General Manager, Customer Service Operations at United Airlines, Regional Vice President - Customer Care at Comcast Cable and Senior Vice President & Chief Customer Officer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Colleagues have described Laure as an inspirational and dynamic leader who focusses entirely on the objective at hand and has the ability to see the potential in people and processes. She has been endorsed for her skills in team building, customer experience and workforce management.

Leigh Mackender

Leigh Mackender

Service Stream

Leigh Mackender

Leigh Mackender

Australia Australia
Consulting Consulting

MD

Considered an experienced service leader and executive, Leigh Mackender is recognised for his proficiency in strategic development, M&A and operational management. Throughout his extensive career, Leigh has taken on positions such as Project Manager at City West Water, National Operations Manager at AMRS Pty and Executive General Manager, Utilities and Infrastructure at Service Stream, where he is currently the Managing Director. Colleagues have endorsed Leigh for his skills in commercial management, operational excellence and stakeholder management.

Lisa Cagnolatti

Lisa Cagnolatti

SCE

Lisa Cagnolatti

Lisa Cagnolatti

United States of America United States of America
Energy Energy

SVP Customer Service

Passionate about clean energy, growth leadership and driving a safe and inclusive culture, Lisa Cagnolatti has more than four decades of experience in the industry. Throughout her career, Lisa has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Commercial / Industrial Sales Manager at the Southern California Gas Company to Vice President Customer Service Operations at Southern California Edison, where she has worked for over two decades. Alongside her current role, Lisa is a Member of the Board of Directors at Valley of the Sun United Way. Colleagues describe Lisa as an experienced and insightful leader and have endorsed her for her skills in business strategy, organisational development and operational excellence.

Louise Robinson

Louise Robinson

Diversey

Louise Robinson

Louise Robinson

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP Global Customer Service

Seasoned service leader Louise Robinson specialises in leading change programmes to improve profitability, customer experience and employee engagement. With more than two decades of experience in the industry, throughout her career Louise has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Vice President Customer Service Europe at Sealed Air Corporation to Vice President Global Customer Service & Logistics CoE at Diversey. Colleagues have endorsed Louise for her skills in cross-functional team leadership, supply chain management and operations management.

Lourdez Baires

Lourdez Baires

Disagro

Lourdez Baires

Lourdez Baires

Guatemala Guatemala
Chemicals Chemicals

Chief Customer Service Officer

A verstaile and positive-thinker, Lourdez Baires has more than 17 years of experience in the service industry. Throughout her career, Lourdez has taken on a variety of roles and positions including Executive Assistant at Bicon Intelligence and Business Strategy, Export Manager at Distrubuciones Globales and Chief Customer Service Officer at OOCL. Colleagues have endorsed Lourdez for a range of skills including project management, SAP sales and distrubution, customer service and strategic planning.

Lucas Rigotto

Lucas Rigotto

GEA Group

Lucas Rigotto

Lucas Rigotto

Germany Germany
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Chief Services Officer, SVP

With a passion for developing leaders, fostering collaboration, delivering tailored experiences for customers and delivering great performance, Lucas Rigotto is a seasoned service leader with more than two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, Lucas has taken on a variety of positions including South America Service and Operations Manager at GE Healthcare, Director Global Services at Thermo Fisher Scientific and his current role as Chief Services Officer - Senior Vice President at GEA Group. Lucas has been described by colleagues as a passionate and pragmatic leader who delivers great customer service experiences, forms collaborative partnerships and specialises in communicating strategy and stakeholder engagement.

Lyndonna Libert

Lyndonna Libert

Wyndham Hotels

Lyndonna Libert

Lyndonna Libert

United States of America United States of America
Hospitality Hospitality

Sr Director, ITSM at Wyndham Hotels

Lyndonna has been pivotal at leading the Service revolution at one of the world’s largest hotel chain. With over 8,900 employees, Wyndham is obsessed with delivering frictionless business-to-employee services with omni-channel access for ticketing across the 49 countries they operate in. A return customer benefiting from IFS assysts’ ability to discover devices and applications in the cloud and on-premise has led to a 30% reduction in the number of incidents raised.

Mahmoud Rezk

Mahmoud Rezk

Nissan Motor Corporation

Mahmoud Rezk

Mahmoud Rezk

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
Automotive Automotive

Deputy GM,Service Operation and Retail Network Development

A talented and ambitious business leader, Mahmoud Rezk has a strong background in leading cross cultural teams and delivering business solutions to ensure customer satisfaction. With more than 16 years of experience in the industry, throughout his career Mahmoud has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Aftersales Business Development Manager to Service Operations Manager at Nissan Motor Corporation, where he has worked for over 18 years. Mahmoud has been endorsed by his colleagues at Nissan for his skills in strategic planning, decision-making and customer experience.

Marco Franza

Marco Franza

Iveco Group

Marco Franza

Marco Franza

Italy Italy
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Global Head of Customer Service Iveco

International service leader with more than two decades of experience in the automotive sector, Marco Franza has worked across a number of roles in sales, marketing and manufacturing with his specialties including change management, cross cultural management and digital transformation. Throughout his extensive career, Marco has taken on positions ranging from EMEA Business Intelligence, Training, Reman, Marketing Services & Communication at CNH International to his current role as Global Head Customer Service Iveco BUS and Energy Mobility Solutions at Iveco Group, where he has worked for over a year. Marco has been described by colleagues as an exemplary, creative and strategic manager who works with passion. He has been endorsed for his skills in sales & marketing, analytical skills and customer relationship management.

Marlene Kolodziej

Marlene Kolodziej

RICOH USA

Marlene Kolodziej

Marlene Kolodziej

United States of America United States of America
IT Services IT Services

Sr. VP, Service Delivery

Considered a strategically-oriented information technology executive, Dr. Marlene Kolodziej is experienced in developing and implementing a range of IT initiatives while implementing global solutions to support business objectives. Throughout her career, Dr. Kolodziej has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Manager, Network Operations and Support Center at FMC Coporation, Vice President, IT Global Service Delivery at Iron Mountain to his current role as Senior Vice President, Service Delivery at Ricoh USA, where he is responsible for leading and delivering the organisation's service delivery strategy through high-value services. Dr. Kolodziej has been endorsed for her skills in business process improvement, IT strategy and strategic planning.

Michael Gidaspow

Michael Gidaspow

Komatsu Construction

Michael Gidaspow

Michael Gidaspow

United States of America United States of America
Construction Construction

VP Products, Service & Solutions

Seasoned service and solutions leader Michael Giaspow has more than 24 years of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, Michael has taken on roles ranging from Design Engineer at John Crane to his current role as VP, Products, Service and Solutions at Komatsu Construction, where he has worked for 23 years. Alongside his role, Michael is a Board Member at Hargrove and Associates, a position he has held for over two years. Colleagues have described Michael as a dynamic leader with strong market analysis who provides a management style with effective product strategy and value initiatives. Michael has been endorsed for his skills in product management, strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership.

Michelle Meeder

Michelle Meeder

Johnson Controls

Michelle Meeder

Michelle Meeder

Norway Norway
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Operational Director Nordics

With a demonstrated history of working in the medical, oil and energy, food and safety industry, Michelle Meeder is an experienced service leader with a passion for digitalisation and green energy. Throughout her extensive career, Michelle has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Head of Global Subsea Lifecycle Engineering & Operations Support at Aker Solutions, Global Technical Support Director Service at Marel and current role as Operational Director Nordics at Johnson Controls. She has been endorsed for her skills in communication, product development and customer requirements.

Nicola Buckley

Nicola Buckley

Park Place Technologies

Nicola Buckley

Nicola Buckley

United States of America United States of America
IT Services IT Services

EVP

An accomplished customer-focussed high-tech leader with more than two decades of experience, Nicola Buckley has focussed on developing expert technical teams supported by next-generation technology capabilities. Nicola has deep expertise in delivering digital experiences, building talented teams and rapidly delivering on key strategies. Throughout her career Nicola has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Senior Director, Global Customer Service, Converged Platforms & Hybrid Cloud at Dell EMC to her current role as Executive Vice President at Park Place Technologies, where she has worked for over five years. Colleagues have endorsed Nicola for her skils in customer service, program management and disaster recovery.

Nigel Smith

Nigel Smith

Emerson

Nigel Smith

Nigel Smith

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP IT Service Delivery & Operationis

Expert service leader Nigel Smith has more than four decades of experience across sales, engineering and management roles. Throughout his career, Nigel has taken on a wide range of positions including Field Sales Engineer at Bukert, Manager IT and Customer Fulfillment and VP - IT Service Delivery & Operations at Emerson, where he has worked for more than three decades. Colleagues have endorsed Nigel for his skills in IT strategy, IT management and cross-functional team leadership.

Nina Li

Nina Li

Johnson Controls

Nina Li

Nina Li

Germany Germany
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Senior Director, Global Enerprise Operation Center

Equipped with a proven track record of success in the HVAC industry, Nina Li is considered a global leader with deep commercial expertise to drive growth and profitability through product innovation, business transformation and creating successful cross-functional teams that deliver exceptional results.Throughout her extensive career at Johnson Controls, Nina Li has taken on roles such as Global Product Line Manager, Solution Management HVAC Europe and her current role as Senior Director, Global Enterprise Operation Center. Colleagues have endorsed Nina for her skills in business development, corporate management and product management.

Olli Hanninen

Olli Hanninen

KONE

Olli Hanninen

Olli Hanninen

Finland Finland
Manufacturing Manufacturing

SVP Service Business

Visionary global service business and people leader Olli Hanninen has a proven track record in achieving business change and customer satisfaction. Throughout his career Olli has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Head of Service Business Development to Senior Vice President, Service Business at KONE, where he has worked for over nine years. Olli has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in service business development, management consulting and change management.

Paula Clarke

Paula Clarke

Leonardo

Paula Clarke

Paula Clarke

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Defense Defense

SVP Customer Support & Service Solutions

Successful and pragmatic global aerospace and defence director Paula Clarke has a strong background in operations and working within technically demanding blue chip organisations. Paula has a proven track record in carrying out business transformation, operational improvements and capacity expansion and is equipped with demonstrable cross-functional skills. Throughout her career, Paula has taken on roles ranging from Head of Operations Strategy & Programmes - Civil Large Engines Operations at Rolls Royce to her current role as Senior Vice President - Customer Support and Service Solutions at Leonardo, where she has worked for over three years. Paula has been endorsed for her skills in performance management, program management and business transformation.

Pauline Hobbs

Pauline Hobbs

Siemens Gamesa

Pauline Hobbs

Pauline Hobbs

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Regional CEO Service, North Europe & Middle East

A highly motivated and detail-oriented problem-solver, Paulina Hobbs has more than 17 years of experience in operations, project management, strategy, sales and marketing and has the ability to manage complex projects while guiding top-performing operational teams. Throughout her career, Paulina has taken on roles ranging from Sales and Marketing Manager at Challengers Club Company to Head of Onshore Operations East Coast UK and Ireland at Siemens. Paulina has been endorsed for her skills in change management, business process improvement and cross-functional team leadership.

Piero Maggio

Piero Maggio

EDF Renewables

Piero Maggio

Piero Maggio

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Energy Energy

Operations Director

Piero is an owner of Project Mercury, the biggest IT investment in EDF Renewables' history, aiming to achieve excellence in operations and maintenance field. Project Mercury based on IFS Cloud solution has proven to be a success and the transformation programme is expanding the the other areas of EDF Renewables UK business.

Prabal Bose

Prabal Bose

Siemens

Prabal Bose

Prabal Bose

India India
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP, Smart Infrastructure, Solutions & Service Business

An established managing director with a strong background in the electrical and electronic manufacturing industry, Prabal Bose is experienced in operations management, customer service, business development and maintaining customer relationships. Throughout his 21-year career Prabal has taken on roles including Divisional Manager at Eureka Forbes, Regional Sales Manager at Honeywell and his current role as Vice President - Smart Infrastructure, Solutions & Service Business at Siemens. He has been described by colleagues as a supportive and motivational leader who helps his teams grow.

Ralf Bootz

Ralf Bootz

Philips

Ralf Bootz

Ralf Bootz

Netherlands Netherlands
Health Health

Philips Service & Solution Delivery Lead International Markets

A collaborative and customer-centric service leader, Ralf Bootz has a proven track record in empowering teams, creating customer value and achieving successful business results. Throughout his career, Ralf has taken on roles such as Supply Chain Manager, Operations Global Director Marketing Communications and Global Customer Service Market to Order Lead at Philips, where he has worked for over 23 years. Ralf has been described by colleagues as a true people manager who always thinks of the bigger picture and delivers great results for organisations. He has been endorsed for his skills in IT service management, sales force development and customer support.

Ralph Mora

Ralph Mora

Mitel

Ralph Mora

Ralph Mora

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Telecommunications Telecommunications

VP Global Services

High-achieving executive service leader Ralph Mora has more than 25 years of experience in setting strategy, implementing client services and driving transformation and executing strategic initiatives in a constantly-evolving market. Throughout his career, Ralph has taken on roles and positions ranging from Principal CTS Engineer at Lucent Technologies Bell Labs to Senior Director, EMEA Operations at Sonus Networks, where he was recognised for building top-performing multi-national teams executing strategic initiatives. Ralph has been endorsed by his colleagues for his skills in telecommunications, service delivery and service management.

Reza Majidansari

Reza Majidansari

Stanley Black & Decker

Reza Majidansari

Reza Majidansari

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

VP, Global Operations & Services Transformation

Performance-driven operations executive Reza Majidansari has more than 15 years of global experience across engineering, product delivery, manufacturing, technical support and services as well as aftermarket sales and marketing. Throughout his extensive career, Reza has taken on a variety of roles and positions including Vice President, Product Support Operations and Engineering at Canon, Director Service, Product Support at Epson America and his current role as Vice President, Global Service Transformation at Stanley Black & Decker Inc, where he has worked for over two years. Reza has been described by colleagues as a visionary leader with extensive understanding and experience in the field of business services.

Robb Origer

Robb Origer

Dish Network

Robb Origer

Robb Origer

United States of America United States of America
Telecommunications Telecommunications

SVP, In-Home Services

Considered a curious, creative and customer-centric service leader, Robb Origer has more than 25 years of broad experience in operations, service and sales. Throughout his extensive career, Robb has taken on a wide range of roles including Vice President, Sales Operations, Vice President, Field Operations at DISH Network and his current role as Senior Vice President, In-Home Services. Alongside his role, Robb is an Advisory Board Member at Customer Experience at Minnesota State University, Mankato and Service Council.

Rose Roth

Rose Roth

Comcast Business

Rose Roth

Rose Roth

United States of America United States of America
Telecommunications Telecommunications

VP Service Delivery PMO

Established military veteran and people-first thought leader Rose Roth has a proven background in identifying, prioritising and maximising returns on projects. Considered an accomplished professional, Rose has a demonstrated record of delivering world-class customer experience, creating high-performing teams and implementing change. Throughout her career, Rose has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Visual Information Specialist at USAF, Customer Support Manager, Content Sales at Level 3 Communications and her current role as Vice President, Service Delivery PMO at Comcast Business, where she has worked for over nine years. Colleagues have described Rose as an efficient and proficient leader who adopts a customer-centric approach within her roles.

Roy Carter

Roy Carter

Lippert Components

Roy Carter

Roy Carter

United States of America United States of America
Automotive Automotive

Global SVP of Aftermarket & Customer Service

Considered a strategically-focussed senior executive, Roy Carter has a variety of experience across retail, hospitality, manufacturing and service industries with a proven track record in driving product innovation, marketing and partnership development. Throughout his career Roy has managed highly productive cross-functional teams while delivering global strategies on customer service and new product development. Roy has taken on roles and positions ranging from Vice President of Retail at The Rockport Company to his current role as Global Senior Vice President of Aftermarket and Customer Service at Lippert Components, where he is responsible for a variety of areas such as product manufacturing, achieving KPIs for customer service interactions and cross-functional team leadership. He has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in IT integration, business strategy and marketing strategy.

Roy Dockery

Roy Dockery

Flock Safety

Roy Dockery

Roy Dockery

United States of America United States of America
Public Sector Public Sector

VP Field Operations

Roy Dockery is an experienced Vice President of Customer Care with more than two decades of working across service, technology and leadership roles. Roy has a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry and specialises in operations management, change management and customer experience. Throughout his career, Roy has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Vice President Customer Care at Swisslog Healthcare to his current role as Vice President of Field Operations at Flock Safety, where he has worked for over a year. Roy has been described by colleagues as an incredible leader with demonstrated technical and business skills who challenges and motivates his teams.

Samuel Byrne

Samuel Byrne

Vestas

Samuel Byrne

Samuel Byrne

United States of America United States of America
Energy Energy

Vice President of Service Asia Pacific

With a career spanning more than 14 years, Samuel Byrne has worked across strategic and operational service roles. Samuel has taken on a wide variety of positions including Graduate Economist at the United States Department of Treasury, Senior Associate at McKinsey & Company and Head of Global Operating Model & Process Management, Vestas Service (Interim) at wind turbine manufacturer Vestas, where he has worked for over six years. He has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in international development, cross-functional problem-solving and operational execution.

Sara Cronenwett

Sara Cronenwett

Comcast

Sara Cronenwett

Sara Cronenwett

United States of America United States of America
Telecommunications Telecommunications

SVP Corporate Strategy & Environmental Sustainability

Regarded as a strategic, analytic and results-oriented technology, business and service leader, Sara Cronenwett has a variety of experience across technology development, operations, sales and marketing. Throughout her extensive career, Sara has taken on roles including Executive Director ATIC, Portfolio Management & Semiconductor Operations at Mubadala, Group Vice President, Business Products and Platforms at Gartner and her current role as SVP, Corporate Strategy and Environmental Sustainability at Comcast. Colleagues have endorsed Sara for her skills in business strategy, corporate development and program management.

Sarah McKay

Sarah McKay

Concentrix

Sarah McKay

Sarah McKay

Ireland Ireland
IT Services IT Services

VP Service Delivery

Sarah McKay is a service leader who specialises in employee engagement, business development, strategic leadership and change management within organisations. Throughout her 25-year career, Sarah has taken on a variety of positions ranging from Senior Resource Planning Manager at HCL BPO to her current role as Vice President Service Delivery at Concentrix, where she has worked for over 17 years. Sarah has been endorsed by colleagues for her wide range of skills in performance management, team management and CRM.

Sergio Carpentiere

Sergio Carpentiere

FPT Industrial

Sergio Carpentiere

Sergio Carpentiere

Italy Italy
Manufacturing Manufacturing

SVP, Global Head of Customer Service & Digital

A seasoned executive service leader with more than 25 years of experience in a variety of sectors across sales and marketing, Sergio Carpentiere has a strong background in aftermarket purchasing, sales, operations and competitive analysis. Throughout his career, Sergio has taken on a wide variety of roles ranging from Purchasing and Suppliers Development Director at Ferrari to his current role as Senior Vice President, Global Head of Customer Service & Digital at FPT Industrial. Colleagues have endorsed Sergio for his skills in new business development, supply chain management and automotive industry.

Sid Jatia

Sid Jatia

GM

Sid Jatia

Sid Jatia

United States of America United States of America
Automotive Automotive

Global VP and Head of Commerce & Service

Business leader, change agent and experience strategist Sid Jatia has more than two decades of B2C experience with expertise in managing, developing and executing evolving digital businesses as well as leading change through enhanced customer experiences. Throughout his career, Sid has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Vice President, Global eCommerce & Digital at Under Armour to his current role as Global Vice President, Commerce & Service Transformation at General Motors, where he oversees the global direct business, online vehicle sales, the commercialisation of digital products and vehicle service transformation. Sid has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in user experience, digital marketing and e-commerce.

Stephen Goulbourne

Stephen Goulbourne

Mettler Toledo

Stephen Goulbourne

Stephen Goulbourne

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Global Program Director, Global Service

A senior leader with a multitude of global experience, Stephen Goulbourne has more than 15 years of experience in sales, marketing, service and operations. He specialises in strategy development implementation and execution as well as P&L responsibility. Throughout his career, Stephen has taken on a wide range of roles including National Sales Manager at Struers A/S, Head of Service and Global Program Director - Global Service at Mettler-Toldeo International. Stephen has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in operations management, leadership communications and strategic partnerships.

Steve Cohan

Steve Cohan

Agilent Technologies

Steve Cohan

Steve Cohan

United States of America United States of America
Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical

VP Worldwide Customer Service Organization

Considered a seasoned executive with a strong background in contributing to business growth, profitability and organisational efficiency, Steve Cohan has a wealth of expertise in strategy and operations with the ability to build high-performance teams through an empowering management style. Throughout his career, Steve has taken on a wide variety of roles including Senior Financial Analyst - California Semiconductor Test Division at HP, Finance Senior Manager at Amgen and his current role as Vice President, Worldwide Customer Service and Support Organisation at Agilent Technologies. Steve has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in program management, business development and cross-functional team leadership.

Steve Fox

Steve Fox

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions

Steve Fox

Steve Fox

United States of America United States of America
IT Services IT Services

Executive VP, Head of Services

Seasoned technology and service professional Steve Fox has a wealth of experience leading organisations that deliver high value and transformational solutions across industries. Steve is recognised for being passionate about turning around situations such as declining revenue and is proficient at creating high-performing cross-functional organisations and teams driven by business outcomes. Throughout his career, Steve has taken on a variety of roles ranging from Vice President Professional Services at eLoyalty to his current role as Executive Vice President Head of Global Services at Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions.

Steven Kizy

Steven Kizy

Henry Schein

Steven Kizy

Steven Kizy

United States of America United States of America
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Vice President, Strategic Development-U.S. Dental

An experienced buisness development professional, Steven Kizy has a demonstrated history of working in the medical device industry. Throughout his extensive career, Steven has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Branch Manager at Midway Dental Supply and his current role at Vice President Strategic Development - U.S. Dental at Henry Schein, where he has worked for over a year. Steven has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in sales management, new business development and strategic planning.

Stuart Thompson

Stuart Thompson

ABB

Stuart Thompson

Stuart Thompson

Australia Australia
Manufacturing Manufacturing

President, Electrification Service Division

Considered a global service and business leader, Stuart Thompson has more than 24 years of experience across industrial, engineering and service roles. Throughout his career, Stuart has taken on a variety of positions ranging from Application Engineering Leader - Asia at GE Power to his current role as President, Electrification Service Division at ABB, where he leads a $1.2 billion revenue business with more than 3,000 service professionals across 50 countries. Stuart has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in strategic planning, sales management and customer service.

Sue O'Hagan

Sue O'Hagan

VF Corporation

Sue O'Hagan

Sue O'Hagan

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Retail Retail

VP Customer Service EMEA

Results-focussed and business-centric service leader Sue O'Hagan has a strong background and experience in operational management delivery as well as working to deadlines with a strategic approach, leading teams with a collaborative style and delivering benefits for organisations. Throughout her career, Sue has taken on roles ranging from Director of Customer Relations at Experian to her current role as VP Customer Service EMEA at VF Corporation, where she has worked for over seven years. Sue has been described by colleagues as an exceptional coach, mentor and leader with a real passion for customer service.

Sunil Kumar Jha

Sunil Kumar Jha

CEAT Limited

Sunil Kumar Jha

Sunil Kumar Jha

India India
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Chief Service Officer

High performing service leader and professional Sunil Kumar has more than two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout his career, Sunil has taken on a range of roles and positions including Team Leader - Vehicle and Tyre Maintenance at Cummins, Divisional Head - Customer Service Operations - North & East India at Apollo Tyres and his current role as Chief Service Officer - Global at CEAT Limited, where he has worked for over four years. Sunil has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in customer service, key account management and sales management.

Susan Friedman

Susan Friedman

Sun Life

Susan Friedman

Susan Friedman

Canada Canada
Finance Finance

VP Service Delivery

A strategic thinker with expertise in delivering complex business solutions and building digital capabilities, Susan Friedman is a service leader with more than 22 years of experience across service delivery. Throughout her career, Susan has taken on a variety of roles and positions ranging from Director, International Banking, IT Outsourcing Management at Scotiabank to her current role as Vice President Service Delivery at Sun Life where she oversees the organisation's technology service and solutions, enterprise content management, agile delivery and digital transformation. Susan has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in IT service management, outsourcing management and cross-functional team leadership.

Tanja Manegold

Tanja Manegold

BRITA Group

Tanja Manegold

Tanja Manegold

Germany Germany
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Director Group Service Management Solutions

An established senior and product manager, Tanja Manegold has more than two decades of experience in the service industry. Throughout her extensive career, Tanja has taken on a wide range of roles including Operation / Bid Manager at Balfour Beatty Capital, Senior Manager Group Program & Project Management at BRITA and her current role as Director Group Service Management Solutions at BRITA Group, where she has worked for over a decade. Colleagues have endorsed Tanja for her skills in business development, business strategy and business process.

Tatiana Gillitzer

Tatiana Gillitzer

Marel

Tatiana Gillitzer

Tatiana Gillitzer

Germany Germany
Manufacturing Manufacturing

EVP Service

An international business leader with more than 25 years of experience in the industry, Tatiana Gillitzer has a strong background in forming, developing and growing technology-based businesses in areas such as chemical, food and packaging. Tatiana is known for having a practical understanding of business needs along with strong analytical and relationship building skills. Throughout her career, Tatiana has taken on roles ranging from Vice President and Sales Director Liquid Foods at JBT Corporation to her current role as Executive Vice President Service at Marel. Colleagues have endorsed Tatiana for her skills in innovation management, competitive analysis and business strategy.

Thomas Swinnen

Thomas Swinnen

Johnson & Johnson

Thomas Swinnen

Thomas Swinnen

United States of America United States of America
Health Health

Chief Customer Officer, J&J MedTech

A strategic thinker with a strong background in finance, Thomas Swinnen has deep expertise in regional management, business transformation and implementing innovative strategies. Throughout his career, Thomas has taken on roles ranging from Commercial Director & CFO, J&J Pharma, Janssen, Russia & CIS at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson and his current role as Chief Customer Officer at Johnson & Johnson MedTech, U.S, where he has worked for over a year. Thomas has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in corporate finance, pharmaceutical industry and business strategy.

Tiago Scabello Poiani

Tiago Scabello Poiani

Sodexo

Tiago Scabello Poiani

Tiago Scabello Poiani

Brazil Brazil
Consulting Consulting

VP Sevice Operations

Seasoned supply chain, operations and logistics service leader Tiago Scabello Poiani has more than twp decades of experience in the industry. Throughout his extensive career, Tiago has taken on a wide range of positions including Distribution Planning Manager at Natura, Regional Supply Chain Director - LATAM at Mars and his current role as Vice President Service Operations at Sodexo, where he has worked for over a year. Tiago has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in supply chain management, international project management process improvement.

Tony Unsworth

Tony Unsworth

Hyster-Yale Group

Tony Unsworth

Tony Unsworth

Singapore Singapore
Manufacturing Manufacturing

Vice President Aftermarket, Service and Fleet Asia, Pacific and India

Seasoned business development director Tony Unsworth has more than two decades of experience developing sales plans, leading productive teams and delivering high-growth results for different organisations in the IT and services industry. Throughout his career, Tony has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including General Manager, After Sales at Linde Material Handling Australia and his current role as Vice President Aftermarket, Service and Fleet Asia, Pacific and India at Hyster-Yale Group, where he has worked for over three years. Tony has been endorsed by colleagues for his skills in business strategy, continuous improvement and operations management.

Ulrika Lindberg

Ulrika Lindberg

Marel

Ulrika Lindberg

Ulrika Lindberg

Sweden Sweden
Manufacturing Manufacturing

EVP Global Markets & Service

With more than 25 years of experience in customer management, Ulrika Lindberg has a passion for service and aftermarket and leading change programs to strenghten global reach and local customer management. Throughout her career, Ulrika has taken on a vast range of roles and positions including Marketing Director at Tetra Pak Egypt, Vice President Global Service at Alfa Level and her current role as EVP Global Markets & Service at Marel, where she has worked for over four years. Ulrika has been endorsed by colleagues for her skills in global management, new business development and strategic planning.

Vaibhav Kumar

Vaibhav Kumar

Shell

Vaibhav Kumar

Vaibhav Kumar

Netherlands Netherlands
Energy Energy

Chief Architect

Vaibhav is a chied architect supporting growth of Shell's renewables and gas trading business, a crucial component of Shell's strategy to become a world's leading green energy supplier.

Venkata Reddy Mukku

Venkata Reddy Mukku

Bruker Nano

Venkata Reddy Mukku

Venkata Reddy Mukku

United Kingdom United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical

VP WW Service & Support

Entrepreneurial engineer and service leader Venkata Reddy Mukku has more than two decades of experience in building and managing customer-centric global teams, creating positive working environments, using structured sales processes, defining and implementing business processes and leading global service CRM implementation projects. Throughout his career, Venkata has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Service Manager, Automated Metrology Europe at Veeco Instruments and his current role as Vice President Worldwide Service and Support Organisation at Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology, where he has worked for over 12 years. Colleagues describe him as an excellent manager and leader with an insatiable desire to learn and grow.

Zahra Merchant

Zahra Merchant

Canada Life

Zahra Merchant

Zahra Merchant

Canada Canada
Insurance Insurance

AVP Technology, Service Management

Considered a forward-thinking leader with a wealth of experience in information technology services, Zahra Merchant is recognised for her work in leading IT initiatives, building high-performing teams and delivering results to achieve service excellence. Throughout her career, Zahra has taken on a variety of roles including Director - Enterprise Service Management & Automation at CIBC, Director, Workflow Platforms, Global Technology Services at Scotiabank and her current role as Associate Vice President, Technology, Service Management at Canada Life, where she is responsible for executing modern service management practices aligned to business objectives. Zahra has been described by colleagues as a exceptional and technically-savvy leader with a broad perspective in assessing and obtaining the best outcomes for clients.

Ziad Fraiwat

Ziad Fraiwat

Smiths Detection

Ziad Fraiwat

Ziad Fraiwat

United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
IT Services IT Services

Global Service Delivery Director

Seasoned engineering, program and service leader Ziad Fraiwat has more than two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout his extensive career, Ziad has taken on a wide range of roles and positions including Quality Manager - Dubai MRO at United Technologies, Operations and Engineering Manager at UTC Aerospace Systems and his current role as Global Service Delivery Director at Smiths Detection, where he has worked for over six years. Colleagues have endorsed Ziad for his skills in program management, cross-functional team leadership and business process improvement.

Winners from The Studio

Service Visionaries 100 Judges

  • Sarah Nicastro, VP Customer Engagement, IFS
  • Malavika Tohani, Research Director—Operational Excellence, Verdantix
  • Ravichandra Kshirsagar, VP Digital Buildings Commercial & Services, Schneider Electric
  • Jan van Veen, Founder and MD, moreMomentum
  • Aly Pinder, Research VC - Worldwide Aftermarket Strategies, IDC
  • Peter Stojanovic, Editor, HotTopics

With a focus on innovation and leadership, the Service Visionaries 100 award celebrates the remarkable achievements of these individuals who are pushing the boundaries of services and driving growth in their organisations.

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