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Kevin Kelly Is Replaced at Exertis

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Exertis today announced that Kevin Kelly is stepping down as president and CEO of Exertis North America, effective June 30, 2021.

According to Clive Fitzharris, managing director of Exertis International, current Exertis North America Chief Commercial Officer John Dunne will become managing director of the North American business, effective July 1, 2021. John has 30 years of experience in the industry. He was managing director of the Exertis business in Ireland for 10 years prior to moving to North America as chief commercial officer for Exertis in 2019.

“Through his leadership, determination and hard work, Kevin built Stampede, the company he joined in 2001 and purchased in 2004, into one of the largest and most successful specialist ProAV business in the world, which he then sold to the DCC Technology Group in 2018,” Fitzharris said.

In naming him the new managing director of Exertis North America, Fitzharris stressed that John Dunne’s knowledge of the wider Exertis enterprise globally will serve North American vendor and reseller partners well going forward.

“John brings a truly global, multispecialist market focus to the position that will result in even more success for our partners. So, while we say a very fond farewell to Kevin, we go forward into the future confident of our future success. Kevin and John will work closely together until June 30 to ensure a smooth transition.”

Commenting on his promotion, Dunne noted that, “I am extremely excited to lead this very successful growing and expanding business unit. Over the last two years I have come to know many of our vendor and reseller partners and now, as managing director, I look forward to strengthening and growing these important relationships further. I am also grateful to have had the opportunity to work closely with Kevin and, as such, I have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead of us.”

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As for the next chapter in his life, Kelly noted that, “I am excited to see how it will unfold, and I plan to give it time to develop. I have the luxury to enjoy a refresh period, to reconnect with friends and family, and discover new parts of the world. It will certainly be an adventure!”

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