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Northamber plc has appointed Darren Spence as Group Managing Director as it enters a new phase of organisational change and operational development.
Spence joins the business with more than 27 years of experience in the IT channel, including senior roles across reseller services, emerging technologies and distribution consultancy. His previous positions include Chief Revenue Officer at Smartbox.ai, Managing Director of Bytes Document Solutions, and founder and Managing Director of Boost Technology Group. He has also supported a range of channel organisations on sales and go‑to‑market transformation projects.
Northamber, one of the UK’s longest-established IT distributors, said the appointment reflects its focus on modernising its operations and deepening engagement with partners. Executive Chairman Alex Phillips said the company has “strengthened the executive leadership of the Group to support the next phase of Northamber’s growth,” adding that Spence brings “operational focus, commercial discipline and leadership capability” across its core areas, including AV, unified communications, cyber security and network infrastructure.
Spence described the role as an opportunity to help demonstrate the value distribution can deliver to the channel, noting his intention to develop Northamber as both a strong employer and a partner of choice for resellers.
Northamber non-executive director and strategic advisor Ian Kilpatrick welcomed the appointment, citing Spence’s experience and reputation as assets as the company looks to expand its presence in the UK and internationally.
