OV Enhances Executive Team to Accelerate Expansion

OV, the global IoT MNO, has announced key leadership appointments designed to accelerate growth, strengthen partnerships and drive innovation.

Phil McDermott, formerly Executive Chairman, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Robin Lackie joins the leadership team as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), working alongside Paul Donaldson, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO),and Kristan McDonald, Chief Technology & Operations Officer (CTOO).

“Taking on the role of CEO at this pivotal time for OV is truly exciting,” McDermott shared. “Our European business continues to outpace the market, but now our growth engines are supercharged by partnerships in Africa, LATAM, North America, and APAC. In 2024, our largest growth market was North America; in2023, it was Africa, with LATAM a close second. Looking ahead to 2025, we expect APAC to be a significant growth region. Our investments in infrastructure, self-serve platforms, and a localised footprint are part of our commitment to ensure we continue to deliver seamless and flexible IoT connectivity solutions that help our partners grow on a truly global scale.” On the appointment of Robin Lackie as CCO, McDermott added, “Robin’s expertise will be instrumental in sharpening our commercial strategy. As a mobile network operator, our ability to negotiate directly with other MNOs gives us a unique advantage—ensuring better rates, broader coverage, and an unparalleled footprint for our partners.”

With a strong foundation in telecommunications and a commitment to innovation, OV continues to simplify IoT connectivity for businesses worldwide. The strengthened leadership team will play a crucial role in driving the company’s next phase of growth.