Hitachi Data Systems appoints ex-Juniper exec Mark Ablett as APAC head

Before joining HDS, Ablett was vice president of Australasia at Juniper Networks responsible for revenue growth and profitability across the region.

FP Staff|Jan 16, 2015, 17:30:45 IST

Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) has appointed Mark Ablett as senior vice president and general manager, Asia Pacific. Before joining HDS, Ablett was vice president of Australasia at Juniper Networks responsible for revenue growth and profitability across the region.Ablett, who brings over 20 years of sales and leadership expertise in the IT industry to the company, will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leading the company in its drive to capitalise on the fast growing opportunities in the Asia Pacific region, boosting revenue growth and expanding the business.[caption id="attachment_76170" align="alignleft" width="380"] Reuters[/caption]"His expansive industry knowledge and rich experience in the Asia Pacific market will enhance the impact of our teams and expand the value we provide to customers. Under Mark’s leadership, the opportunities for HDS are tremendous," said Michael Cremen, executive vice president, global sales at Hitachi Data Systems."The Asia Pacific market is growing fast and companies are keen to capitalize on opportunities, leveraging valuable information and insights powered by technology. I am excited to lead the HDS team to deliver highly innovative solutions to our customers, strengthen our partnerships with leading technology providers and cement our thought-leadership position in the industry. I look forward to driving the Asia Pacific business to even greater heights in the years to come," Ablett added.

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