Sam Ainge Joins Solotech as UK Director of IT

Solotech has announced the appointment of Sam Ainge as Director of IT for its UK operation.

Sam joins Solotech with over 20 years’ experience in the IT sector. His career includes fifteen years as Group Head of IT for ATS Euromaster. He also served as Global Head of IT Applications for TriMas packaging, a position he held prior to taking up the post at Solotech.

Solotech UK MD Bryce Jewell commented on Sam’s appointment: “We’ve created the new role of IT Director as we continue to expand our operation in the UK. IT plays a key role in everything we do, from the leading-edge technology that goes into our Live Productions and Sales and Systems Integration work, to the infrastructure that’s required to support our staff on a day-to-day basis. We’re part of a global corporation and we need systems that can help us work collaboratively around the world.

“Sam brings with him a wealth of experience working at a global level. He’s been responsible for the deployment of Sales and Customer Service solutions and helped several businesses grow and transform. I’m delighted that Sam has joined our organisation and am confident he can play the key role required as we take Solotech to the next level.”

Chief Information and Technology Officer at Solotech Mathieu Laforge added, “I am thrilled to welcome Sam to the technology team. His expertise with complex systems and his experience with large global companies will helps us continue to drive change and innovate in our industry. Having him lead our local efforts also demonstrates our commitment to strengthening our UK presence by empowering local key talents.”

Sam Ainge commented: “Solotech is an exciting company that I want to be a part of. I feel the company’s values very much align with my own. From integrating audio solutions across an entire racecourse to providing live productions for some of the world’s leading artists, they are continually pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible. I’m passionate about technology and strongly believe that innovation is crucial to an organisation’s long-term success.”