Global Technology Firm Headquartered in Hebron Kentucky Announcing Leadership Transitions Change to Bring Growth and Proactive, Creative Solutions to the Workplace
Hebron, KY – September 1, 2021 – Pomeroy Technologies, LLC, announces that current Chief Executive Officer Christopher Froman will be retiring as CEO and assuming the role of Executive Chairman of the Pomeroy Board of Directors. Veteran technology leader and current Chief Information Officer Bob Watts will take over as CEO and join the Board. In addition, Chief Revenue Officer John Blackburn will assume the role of President.
Froman returned to serve as CEO in November 2019, having previously led Pomeroy as CEO from 2009 to 2017.
“It has been an honor to serve as Pomeroy’s CEO, but now is the time to pass the baton to Bob,” Froman said. “Bob has served Pomeroy, our team and our clients well over the last two years, and he has made great contributions to our business.” Watts previously was CEO of Greater Cincinnati-based cyber security firm Vivitec, Inc., and has held executive positions at MicroStrategy, PTC, and Texas Instruments Corporations. Bob is a West Point Military Academy graduate and U.S. Army veteran. “Bob is an outstanding leader, and he thoroughly understands our business. I couldn’t be happier for him and even more excited for Pomeroy” Froman continued.
“Chris returned as a trusted, servant leader to re-establish the Pomeroy brand, and lay the foundation for Pomeroy’s future. His leadership, wisdom and commitment to everyone at Pomeroy is unparalleled,” Watts said. “I am genuinely humbled by the opportunity to follow Chris as Pomeroy’s CEO and confident in our future. We are a team of customer obsessed technology services professionals that are poised to redefine the workplace, and embrace a greater purpose with our customers, partners, and communities. The promotion of John Blackburn as President of Pomeroy is also a decision focusing on growth. John has made many positive contributions to Pomeroy over the last 20 years. His dedication and passion to client obsession is incomparable. I am confident in team Pomeroy and our future.”
About Pomeroy Technologies
Pomeroy Technologies, LLC is an industry recognized, global technology firm headquartered in Hebron, Kentucky. A proven leader in delivering managed workplace services focused on all aspects of the digital experience. With nearly 3500 employees globally, Pomeroy’s portfolio brings capabilities and expertise around the full life cycle of the managed workplace including Enterprise Networking, Hybrid IT, Cloud, Technical Staffing and a full range of procurement/logistics services and industry specific solutions to deliver a proactive, transformative experience for our clients. Learn more at: www.pomeroy.com
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