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ITS Nominated For Three INCA Awards

ITS are delighted to have been named as finalists in the inaugural INCA awards in three categories. The winners will be announced on the evening of the 5th November as part of INCA’s Annual Conference being held at Marble Arch, London. We have been nominated for: The Tameside Digital Infrastructure Cooperative has also been shortlisted of which […]

Budget : ITS’ Response to Rural Broadband Commitment

David Cullen Profile

“The issue of rural broadband remains as critical as ever. Connectivity shouldn’t have to be a postcode lottery and it’s great news that further significant funds are being earmarked. “The current BDUK Local Full Fibre Networks initiatives are exactly the right channels for these funds to enable affordable broadband in local rural communities. “Upgrading rural […]

Refer ITS’ Services and Get a Month Free*

It is Quick and Easy! If you are an existing ITS services customer, and you refer a friend who takes up our internet services, you will receive one month for free. All your referral needs to do is email their contact details to  [email protected] quoting your Customer Account reference. We will credit your account with the referral […]

Our Response to Future Telecoms Infrastructure Review (FTIR)

ITS comments on the release of the FTIR and Ofcom core regulatory changes: “ITS is immensely encouraged by the findings and recommendations of the FTIR as it demonstrates serious intent from the government to make the UK a full fibre nation. Today’s announcement from Ofcom to make core regulatory changes can only facilitate this making […]

ITS Secures Additional Private Equity Injection to Deliver UK Full Fibre Infrastructure

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ITS Technology Group (ITS) has secured further investment from funds managed by Maven Capital Partners to support the growth of its full fibre digital infrastructure in metro and rural areas. This latest round includes finance from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF), Maven Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) and other private shareholders. Headquartered in Chester, ITS […]

ITS Founding Member of UK’s First Digital Infrastructure Coop

ITS, an alternative full fibre and wireless network provider, is a founding member of Tameside Digital Infrastructure Cooperative (TDIC) which will deliver pure fibre connectivity to businesses and residents across the borough. The newly constructed 35km full fibre ring has been incorporated into ITS’ national network, providing a wholesale platform for its local and national […]

Maximising Capacity : Gigabit Fibre Networks

One of ITS’ missions is to make smart, or intelligent use of our assets. From utilising ducts, to buildings and even church spires, to build our networks. We have recently hit a milestone in Bristol where we have multiplied the capacity on one of our fibre trunks rather than add more physical fibre. “By using […]

June Update From the CEO

In the last month, we have continued to connect new customers onto our full fibre networks, as well as continue our programme of upgrades and maintenance to improve service delivery. These projects deliver on the government’s vision for a full fibre future, and we fully support this initiative to equip the UK with connectivity that […]

ITS Appoints Zen Internet’s Wholesale MD

Dave Hudson Profile

ITS Strengthens Management Team to Prepare for Growth ITS a leading alternative full fibre digital infrastructure provider, has today announced the appointment of Dave Hudson as Business Development Director. A newly created management team position reporting to ITS’ CEO Daren Baythorpe, Hudson is spearheading the firm’s sales and marketing, and developing its channel and wholesale […]

Slow, Unreliable Internet Holding Your Business Back?

Overcome the Rural Superfast Broadband Challenge Being a rural business probably means that your access to the internet is slower and less reliable than your competition in the city. You probably can’t take advantage of ICT in the way you’d like to, as hosted and cloud services rely on a reliable superfast connection. However, there […]

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Gordon Riddell
Strategic Planning & Insight Director

Gordon Riddell is ITS Business Planning Director who leads our Business Intelligence function. A strategic planning expert with a deep passion for driving transformation, Gordon focuses on driving customer-centric action across the organisation through data and analytics. With experience spanning utilities, telecoms, retail, public sector, and automotive industries, he brings a wealth of insight into workforce management, forecasting, demand planning, and operational performance. Gordon has led planning and transformation initiatives across both private and public sectors, supporting investment readiness, digital evolution, and large-scale infrastructure rollouts. His expertise lies in turning complex data into actionable intelligence, enabling businesses to optimise field operations, contact centres, and back-office functions for long-term success.

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Dave Ferry
Chief Sales Officer

As Chief Sales Officer, Dave leads the sales strategy at ITS, driving growth and strengthening customer relationships. Overseeing commercial success across Partner Markets, Public Sector and Major Business, Dave uses his 20 years of telecoms experience to build high-performing teams and deliver innovative solutions that meet market demands.

Previously, Dave held senior roles at Virgin Media Business, leading successful teams in various market segments.

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Kevin McNulty
Strategy Director

Kevin leads the Strategy team in ITS, comprising the core functions of network Investment (including M&A), regulation, public affairs, product management and marketing. With over 4 years’ experience within the leadership team of ITS, Kevin has played a pivotal role in shaping the business direction as it has grown to be a leading provider of B2B wholesale connectivity.

Prior to ITS, Kevin has a long background in the industry, having held senior positions in BT, Virgin Media, KCOM and NTT – as well as a period spent in consultancy.

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Claire Davies
People & Culture Director

Claire is the People and Culture Director for ITS, responsible for ensuring we provide a great place to work, with amazing people who are happy, productive, and engaged.

A CIPD qualified HR professional with previous industry experience at Amey, as well as more recent experience in a number of small businesses, Claire is passionate about putting people first in order to grow the business.

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Mike Goodwin
Chief Technology Officer

Mike is responsible for all technical, operations, customer service and security within ITS. Using his degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and MBA from Manchester Business School, Mike focuses on how ITS can introduce and support complex solutions designed to create customer-focused teams that ensure exceptional experience. On top of his extensive career history spanning TalkTalk, Hyperoptic and Fibre Nation, Mike is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the IET.

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Charlie Versi
Chief Operating Officer

Charlie leads ITS’s end-to-end operational delivery, with a focus on service excellence and delivering an outstanding experience for both partners and their business customers. His appointment will help build on the company’s strong foundations – driving transformation, quality, and innovation and using them as key enablers of continued growth.

Daren Baythorpe
Chief Executive Officer

Daren is a dynamic leader who drives the strategy, growth and direction of ITS. Daren has significant utility / telecoms sector experience and has held several board-level leadership and advisory positions for a number of organisations including Severn Trent Water and BT. He served on the Board of Openreach, where he held executive responsibilities as Director of the Customer Service Division, Director for Field Engineering then latterly serving as Managing Director of the Business Division.

Daren also regularly advises and collaborates with government and other regulatory / telecoms bodies on sector-related issues. His in-depth knowledge and understanding of the requirements of operators and high capacity data users, through his vast experience across the industry, mean that ITS is thriving under his leadership

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Kevin Gaskell
Chairman

Kevin leads our board and is responsible for giving strategic advice and counsel, as well as attracting and driving investment. Kevin is recognised as one of the most successful leaders of his generation, having led iconic brands such as Porsche, Lamborghini and BMW. A highly experienced serial entrepreneur and private equity chairman, he has led multi-billion-pound global organisations; and also founded startups such as Epyx Limited, building it up to become the market leader for automotive e-commerce solutions.

Kevin has received multiple accolades; highlights include making the ‘UK’s top 40 leaders under 40’ list, chairing the ‘best UK private equity investment of the year’, and being a founder of award-winning start-up companies across the globe.

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