Finance Monthly CFO Awards 2018 Winners Edition

UNITED KINGDOM Finance Monthly CFO Awards 2018 CFO & COO at Hutchinson Networks Stephen Heslop Firm Profile Headquartered in Edinburgh, Hutchinson Networks is a leader in technology solutions, delivering next-generation cloud networking and IT support to large multinationals, critical public-sector infrastructure and growing mid-market clients. Hutchinson Networks has architected, designed, deployed and managed some of the most complex, most resilient, and secure networks in the world. We manage the critical infrastructure of a large UK airport, one of Scotland’s biggest Councils and a global food and drink manufacturer, to name but a few. Our global services team have deployed technology solutions in over 80 countries around the world, including some of its most challenging locations. Our global delivery capability means we can mobilise our team wherever a client’s need arises. Hutchinson Networks, founded in 2011 by Chief Executive Paul Hutchinson and Chief Operating Officer Stephen Heslop, is projecting turnover of £12m this year. Hutchinson Networks has secured £2.2 million of growth capital investment from funds advised by private equity fund manager YFM Equity Partners. The investment will enable the company to fund additional marketing and operational resources to accelerate international growth. Hutchinson Networks are currently delivering a number of complex multi-site technology rollouts around the world. Stephen said “Our clients need a consistent experience delivered at scale. We guide our clients on the best technologies to use to ensure they remain competitive and more efficient. Doing nothing is no longer an option - to survive in an era of digital disruption businesses need to act and think differently, and Hutchinson Networks can help them to re-architect their customer experience and empower their workforce. Whether organisations are looking for Cisco partners in Scotland, a complete end-to-end technology solution across the UK or to future proof your network globally, we work with leading technology partners to find solutions to our clients unique challenges. We work with disruptive technologies and are often first in the market to deliver the latest technologies to our clients that will help them transform their infrastructure, enhance their agility and improve their customers experiences. Hutchinson Networks does not just operate in North America, Europe or Asia-Pacific. Our organisation is truly global, and is continually expanding both its offerings and resource pool in economically developing regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and the Middle East. Hutchinson Networks has a global portfolio of clients, including an international consumer brand, several Fortune 100 companies and a global retail technology brand. “We have deep expertise in emerging technologies including dedicated practices around Network, Security, Workspace and Cloud, which collectively work together to deliver solutions that can span multiple vendors and technologies, all while delivering real and measurable outcomes” said Stephen Heslop. Key vendor partnerships include: Cisco, Riverbed, F5, Vmware, Velocloud and Meraki but can create solutions that meet our client’s technology needs. Hutchinson Networks are working towards becoming a Cisco Gold partner in Scotland with our pool of Cisco highly qualified engineers. Hutchinson Networks offer a wide range of Cloud Migration services to our clients. This includes advising clients on how best to plan, design, and optimise the Cloud migration in their environments, providing hands on technical assistance in implementing your projects as well as ongoing 24/7 monitoring. About Stephen Heslop As Hutchinson Networks’ Chief Operating Officer, Stephen Heslop places his strategic focus on ensuring the organisation can deliver the right solutions to our wide range of client specifications. Stephen has extensive leadership expertise, having managed at a senior level in numerous large companies since 1995. His repertoire of experience extends to the FMCG industry, in which he has held the positions of Chief Executive of Real Good Foods PLC and Managing Director of Golden West Foods – the logistical backbone of fast food giant McDonald’s. Stephen ensures that Hutchinson Networks delivers a valuable service to our clients, maintaining long-term business sustainability. As a result, a key focus of his role is also on achieving alignment across Hutchinson Networks’ business units, to ensure completion of ever-growing strategic plans. Stephen’s remit also encompasses the development of client strategies, satisfying market demand and differentiating from the competition. At heart, Stephen is also a competitive rider and has been for ten years. He has competed in show jumping and eventing, and his passion for animal welfare has led him to care for some animals over the years, including his five current horses. Contact Details Stephen Heslop, CFO & COO UK: 3 Wester Shawfair, Shawfair Park, Edinburgh, EH22 1FD Tel: +44 (0)131 554 3438 Email: info@hutchinsonnetworks.com www.HutchinsonNetworks.com www.finance-monthly.com 35 Finance Monthly CFO Awards 2018