About

North offer a unique breadth and depth of expertise across the Internet of Things (IoT), networking and connectivity, and safety and security. Our smart integrated technology solutions transform the way your people, organisations and places work.

North designs and delivers integrated technology solutions for complex and critical environments throughout the UK and internationally and we provide long term, multi-year partnerships in managed services and support. Our experienced specialist teams work closely with customers to understand your unique needs and create technology solutions that deliver true business value. We bring technologies and people together to help your organisation work simpler, safer, faster and stronger.

Background

North provides intelligent integrated technology solutions that improve the performance and safety of people, organisations and places. Created by the merger of Boston Networks, PEL Services, 2020 Vision Systems, Pinacl Solutions, Pinacl Global Delivery Alliance and Data Techniques, North boasts a unique breadth and depth of specialist experience stretching back a combined five decades.

Leadership Team

Danuta Gray

Chair of the Board

Danuta has over 25 years executive experience in the telecommunications sector. She held a variety of roles in BT, was CEO of Telefonica O2 Ireland between 2001-2010 and was an Executive Director of Telefonica Europe plc.

Currently the Chair at Direct Line Group plc, Danuta is a member of the Board of Burberry Group PLC and has held a series of non-executive positions, most recently as Chair of St Modwen plc and a member of the Board of the UK Ministry of Defence.

Scott McEwan

Chief Commercial Officer

Scott McEwan drives North’s organic and inorganic growth strategy. His forward thinking approach to acquisitions and the development of strategic relationships is behind our leading position in IoT and smart spaces. Scott’s inspirational leadership, ambition and 30+ years of industry experience make him a key part of North’s executive board. His proven skills in business management, operations and strategic planning combine with an engineer’s keen eye for future technologies.

As Co-founder and CEO of Boston Networks Scott was responsible for the company’s growth from startup to industry leader, with high-profile strategic projects from the £6m IoT Scotland network to the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Scott was instrumental in selecting and bringing together the five businesses that formed North. Alongside Scott’s work ethic and commitment to North, he does keep an eye on the other important things in life: Music, family and Motherwell Football Club.

Coreen Bone

Chief People Officer

Coreen Bone is Chief People Officer at North.

Having joined North in September 2021, Coreen is an integral member of the senior leadership team and is responsible for implementing North's vision and shaping and driving our people strategy, operations, culture, learning and development, and talent acquisition.

With more than 20 years’ experience working across a variety of sectors, including in executive roles at Xerox Business Services, Coreen has delivered strategic and operational people solutions at a global level to support large-scale growth and the successful integration of acquired businesses.

Craig Forrester

Chief Financial Officer

Craig is responsible for leading the North’s Finance and Procurement operations. Highly experienced with a proven track record within the telecoms and technology sectors. Craig is a key member of the leadership team.

With a wealth of experience spanning over three decades, Craig has held a number of senior positions leading and transforming Finance, Procurement, and Operations organisations. Most recently as CFO of Epsilon Telecommunications., prior to this Craig was VP - Finance at Colt Technology Services and spent 7 years at BT where he held a number of roles including CFO – Global Services UK.

Environmental, Social and Governance

North is committed to being a sustainable and responsible company because we care about the communities we work in. We are currently a carbon neutral company, and have set targets to reach Net Zero, in line with the UK and Scottish Government targets. In 2021, we released our first ESG report outlining our environmental, social and governance performance and future commitments to positively impact people and the planet.

Frameworks, Accreditations and Partners

North are proud to be a part of key frameworks across the UK and accredited to the highest industry standards. As integrated technology specialists we remain completely independent, but enjoy established working partnerships with a range of industry leaders. Together with our partners, North delivers the solutions and specialist teams to transform the way your people, organisations and places work.

About

Background

Leadership

Leadership Team

Danuta Gray

Scott McEwan

Coreen Bone

Craig Forrester

Careers

Environmental, Social and Governance

Frameworks, Accreditations and Partners

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About

Background

Leadership

Leadership Team

Danuta Gray

Scott McEwan

Coreen Bone

Craig Forrester

Careers

Environmental, Social and Governance

Frameworks, Accreditations and Partners

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