New chief executive appointed at IT Services firm SysGroup

Liverpool-based IT services provider SysGroup has appointed a new chief executive, Adam Binks.

He joined the company in 2014 and was appointed to the board in 2017, and has now been promoted from his role as chief operating officer.

Binks has been tasked with leading SysGroup through its next stage of growth, which will incorporate acquisitions as well as its expansion both organically and geographically. Investments will also be made in capabilities and technology.

Michael Edelson, who will resume his position as non-executive chairman, said: “Since his appointment to the board, Adam has made significant progress across the entire group and we have been impressed with his strategic vision and leadership capabilities.

“His proven leadership and experience in IT combined with forward-thinking vision and unwavering commitment to the company’s growth made him the natural choice to assume this role. The board has full confidence that Adam will realise the market opportunity for SysGroup as a managed services provider, leading the team through the next stage of growth.”

Binks added: “Having worked with SysGroup for some time now and being involved in a long list of recent developments and achievements, I am thrilled to step into the chief executive role. This is an exciting time for the company and I am committed to leading the team to drive further growth and continue our journey to expand our managed services offering.”