Rob Tomlin

Business unit director, Interface Solutions

Career so far I have been account manager at TPLC, IBM business manager at ICL Multivendor Distribution, and IBM business manager, sales director and now my current position at Interface Solutions.

Do you care about green IT? Green IT is very close to my heart. We actually market a product called the "Green IT Box". It's a pallet which partners can resell to their customers and once full we take away the contents and recycle it in our facility in Birmingham.

If you could be in a rock/pop band, which one would it be and who would you be? I have absolutely no rhythm! I am best sticking to Rock Band on the Wii.

What is the best corporate jolly you have ever been on/taken partners on? Our annual partner trips are always the best corporate incentives! Although skiing while on your mobile is always tough!

Has 2009 been as bad as everyone said it would be? Depends if you are a Man United fan or a Liverpool fan.

Have any of your predictions come true this year? Only in my dreams!

What do you see as the channel's biggest challenge in 2010? I believe 2010 will see a return to growth. This may see a challenge around channel credit. This is something that will be a pleasant challenge!

What is the best part of your day? Meeting with our partners.