Ex Alternative Networks boss to lead new £20m buy-and-build
Edward Spurrier tasked with helping build out a player in the IoT and M2M channel, with backing from Lyceum Capital

The former CEO of Alternative Networks has been drafted in to lead a new £20m buy-and-build in the channel. Edward Spurrier has joined as chairman of Wireless Innovation following the managed services...
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