Our leadership team

Andy is the founder of Speakerbus. An Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate of City University, Andy set up Speakerbus in 1984. Andy’s passion for technology, and connectivity in particular, has driven his insight into the marketplace and his desire to build a global business which supports its clients’ productivity, effectiveness and competitive advantage.

Gwen Ventris has a Masters in Strategy and Business Change. She has extensive experience in leading and managing business change, gained through working in highly turbulent, technology-disruptive sectors. Formerly a founding director of BT’s Systems and Consulting business, Syntegra, growing the business to £1B revenue and serving customers in 22 countries. Gwen has since spent 25 years in leadership and Board roles with various UK and US based technology and consulting companies.

Nicole is an experienced global client service, sales and business executive with deep specialisms in the trader voice sector. She holds a degree from St John’s University and joined Speakerbus in 2006. Nicole is responsible for Strategic Sales particularly in the US and works with our global team to ensure a seamless approach to our clients.

Roger is a Chartered Accountant and highly accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He began his career with KPMG gaining sector experience in banking, telecoms, ISPs and Fintech. Roger has since spent over 20 years as CFO in electronic trading Fintech and Fintech services. He brings to Speakerbus his extensive skills in board strategic planning; raising finance; FP&A; and investor relations.

David joined Speakerbus in 2001 after 14 years working in a number of high-profile investment banks.  He is responsible for Global Client Services for Speakerbus. David has considerable knowledge of the telecommunications sector, banking and general IT business and is passionate about delivering exceptional client services and creating strong long-term relationships within Speakerbus’ global user community.

Timothy graduated with a BEng Hons in Electronic & Electrical Engineering from Loughborough University. Timothy was at the forefront of VoIP with Nortel in their R&D team, before joining Speakerbus in 2005. As Product Director, Timothy is tasked with directing all aspects of the product vision and technical strategy. He is responsible for the Speakerbus Product and Development Group, they play a vital role in providing products that create customer value and innovation. The group supports all components of a product lifespan, from development and deployment through serviceability to end-user satisfaction.

Rob is a Fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) with over 20 years’ experience in the Finance Sector.  He is the PLC Board Secretary and Global Head of Finance,  managing an international finance function based out of the UK.  Rob’s focus is operational finance performance and advising the Board on Corporate Governance matters.