APC gives power to new UK channel head

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APC by Schneider Electric has appointed Andy Connor as channel director for the UK. He has 20 years of experience in technology sales, marketing, channel leadership, management and distribution.

His previous roles include senior UK and European leadership positions at CMS Distribution, Lenovo and Iomega (EMC), all with a focus on developing enterprise sales teams, maintaining vendor relationships and creating strategic alliances that maximise opportunities and growth within the channel.

andy-connorConnor (pictured) said: “I’m delighted to have been selected to lead APC by Schneider Electric’s channel business. We have an amazing team, a fantastic brand and a strong presence within the channel.

“One thing that has remained consistent is that partnership has and always will be key to APC’s success. Now is the time to refocus on our partners and provide them with training, support and guidance as the market continues to adapt.”

Arun Shenoy, vice president, IT Division, Schneider Electric UK, said: “We’re incredibly pleased to have named Andy as the channel director for the UK. With an outstanding reputation and expertise in both vendor and distribution sales, Andy is perfectly placed to lead the APC by Schneider Electric channel business into a new period of growth and success.”

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