mBlox Inc. today announced the appointment of Andrew Dark as its global Chief Executive Officer, bringing expertise that will help build on mBlox's current position of strength. Andrew will take up his position by the end of March 2009 and be responsible for leading mBlox through its next phase of global growth.
A respected industry leader, Andrew has held a number of senior positions, most recently as Chief Executive for London-quoted DataCash Group plc where he successfully grew the company organically and through acquisitions. Andrew will use this experience of running a high-performing global business to lead mBlox's exploitation of the growth and M&A opportunities in the global mobile market.
Andrew takes over from Jeff Clark who is stepping down after four successful years at the helm during which mBlox has become the world's largest mobile transaction network and has grown to connect with more than 500 carriers in 180 countries.
Andrew will focus on expanding mBlox's scale and product range, with increasing flexibility to rapidly introduce new and innovative services even as it grows. He will further drive mBlox's growth through geographical expansion into major new markets. He will ensure that, throughout this next phase of growth, mBlox's excellent, cost-effective service is maintained and enhanced.
Andrew Dark said: "I see enormous opportunities for mBlox, both in developing the global digital economy and in leading industry consolidation. My vision is to make it an even better partner for customers and operators worldwide, building on mBlox's global scale, its people and its financial strength."
Chairman of mBlox, Andrew Bud said: "mBlox has established itself as the world's leading transaction network, and we have many opportunities before us. Andrew's appointment as Chief Executive Officer positions us to take maximum advantage of those opportunities. With his proven track record in growing companies and his excellent operational experience, Andrew is ideally suited to leading mBlox to the next level in growth and excellence. I'd also like to thank Jeff Clark for leading the company through a period of enormous growth with commitment and integrity."
Andrew Dark's professional highlights
Chief Executive at DataCash Group PLC
January 2006 - Present (3 years)
Chief Operating Officer at Dione PLC (Lipman Inc)
March 2004 - September 2005 (1 year 7 months)
Group Sales and Marketing Director at Dione PLC
January 2003 - March 2004 (1 year 3 months)
Sales Director at NCR Ltd
2000 - 2002 (2 years 4 months)
International Product Director at RIVA Group PL
1992 - 1999 (7 years)