Derby MSP Node4 names new CCO and board member

Iain Shearman steps into the role to pursue his “long standing interest” in how organisations can apply technology to support their ambitions

Cloud MSP Node4 has named Iain Shearman as its new chief commercial officer to lead and deliver a unified go-to-market strategy for the group.

Shearman will also join the board of the Derby-based firm with responsibility for identifying additional routes to market and enhancing the company's proposition to maximise growth opportunities presented by its M&A action plan.

He brings more than 20 years' experience leading business units, business development and sales initiatives in communications and cloud services organisations both in the UK and international markets.

This includes experience working with customers in channel, public sector and enterprise markets.

Shearman has also held senior commercial, product management and operational roles in both PLC and PE-backed businesses.

His most recent experience includes his time as managing director for Nasstar, where he was responsible for its communication services business unit, overseeing the integration of all go-to-market activities.

Previously, he spent more than two decades with KCOM, most notably as MD for business, where he was the lead on creating a single national B2B business unit and for re-vitalising performance, developing its position in new markets and evolving the market offer.

"Joining Node4 is a great opportunity for me to pursue my long standing interest in how organisations can apply technology to support their ambition and competitiveness," explained Shearman.

"I have long admired Node4's approach to delivering market-leading, transformative technology solutions and they were a customer of mine for many years. I am looking forward to working with the team from the other side of the fence."

Node4 MD Paul Bryce added: "Iain is widely respected across the industry as a technology and business leader, delivering strong results for organisations across the channel, public and private sectors.

"We look forward to drawing on his experience to help nurture the business during its next stage of growth and development."