ATSG Announces New Executive Team as Part of Bold Vision to Become The Leading MSP Platform

Combined leadership and expertise will continue to drive unmatched customer service, empowering businesses with end-to-end IT solutions for efficiency, security, and growth.

NEW YORK, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ATSG, a global leader in managed services and digital transformation solutions, today unveiled its newly appointed executive leadership team. The announcement follows ATSG's recent merger with Evolve IP—an equally innovative provider of cloud-based communications, virtual desktops, and unified workforce solutions. Together, the two companies aim to reshape the managed services landscape by delivering a best-in-class portfolio of secure, scalable, and customer-centric IT offerings.

A Strategic Vision for Growth and Value
Under the leadership of President & CEO Russ Reeder, recognized among CRN's The 20 Biggest IT Executive Moves Of 2024, ATSG is accelerating its mission to provide transformative IT services. Reeder brings a 30-year track record spanning early-stage startups to Fortune 500 giants such as Oracle. Renowned for his purpose-driven leadership, Reeder has consistently built high-performance teams, developed targeted go-to-market strategies, and effectively scaled organizations. He has served on multiple boards and is widely recognized as a trusted thought leader.

"Our vision is to be the leading MSP platform—empowering our customers with unmatched IT capabilities that address their critical needs for efficiency, security, and growth," said Reeder. "By merging the unique strengths of ATSG and Evolve IP management team, we're set to redefine excellence in the managed services market."

According to Gartner, the worldwide services market is forecast to reach $2.26 trillion in 2028, the enterprise security market will reach $294 billion by 2028 and enterprise IT spending across all industry markets will increase by 9.3% in 2025.

Introducing the New Executive Team
Reporting directly to Reeder, the newly formed executive leadership team brings together a wealth of industry knowledge, operational expertise, and a shared commitment to customer success:

• Martin Call, Chief Customer Officer – Championing an exceptional end-to-end customer experience and leveraging client feedback to drive ongoing improvements in solutions and services.
• Paul Harrison, Managing Director, Evolve IP, EMEA – Leading Evolve IP's MSP reseller practice, accelerating global expansion and ensuring exceptional service delivery worldwide.
• Marc Lacroix, Senior Vice President, Professional Services – Directing professional service design and customer onboarding, ensuring enterprises receive tailored, value-driven IT solutions.
• Katie Lukens, Senior Vice President, People – Building an inclusive, high-performance culture that attracts, develops, and retains top talent.
• Leon Schuurmans, Managing Director, ATSG EMEA – Spearheading ATSG's growth across EMEA, forging strategic alliances, and delivering consistent, high-quality solutions that drive international success.
• Eric Stockton, Chief Marketing Officer – Elevating brand awareness, driving demand generation, and supporting global growth objectives.
• Christian Teeft, Chief Technology Officer – Overseeing technology innovation, development, solution engineering, and the continuous enhancement of ATSG's service portfolio.
• Walt Walker, Chief Revenue & Product Officer – Aligning sales, business development, channel, and product strategies to optimize revenue and customer success.
• Jeanne Walters, Chief Financial Officer – Ensuring financial discipline and long-term fiscal health while supporting strategic investments.
• Ron Zampolin, President, Corporate Development – Guiding strategic acquisitions, financial planning and analysis, and delivering actionable insights to fuel scalable growth.

"Our new leadership team represents the full breadth of expertise needed to meet clients' evolving challenges," added Reeder. "Each executive is committed to operational excellence, strong customer relationships, and expanding our service capabilities worldwide."

Enhanced Offerings Through the ATSG–Evolve IP Merger
In October 2024, ATSG acquired Evolve IP, a cloud services provider known for unified communications, desktop-as-a-service (DaaS), and secure workforce solutions. The merger unites two complementary organizations into one robust, global platform:

• Comprehensive Managed Services – Clients gain access to an expanded suite of IT services spanning networks, operations, cybersecurity, cloud, AI, and virtual desktop infrastructure.
• Expanded Geographic Reach – With established operations across North America and EMEA, ATSG provides customers with a 24/7 global team of experts.
• Emphasis on Security – Cybersecurity solutions are integrated across the technology stack, ensuring end-to-end protection and compliance.
• Flexible Cloud Options – Businesses can migrate select workloads or fully transition to ATSG's cloud-based solutions, enabling cost efficiencies and scalable performance.
• Unified Culture of Innovation – By merging talent and technology, the combined entity fosters a forward-looking culture dedicated to continuous improvement and customer-centric innovation.

Driving Innovation, Efficiency, and Security Across Industries
ATSG focuses on operational efficiency and high-value IT solutions to simplify digital transformation for businesses worldwide. Organizations spanning healthcare, finance, retail, hospitality, higher education, and manufacturing rely on ATSG's managed services to reduce complexity, minimize risk, and boost productivity.

"When you combine ATSG's track record in managed services with Evolve IP's expertise in cloud-based communications, you create a powerful engine for growth," remarked Walt Walker, Chief Revenue Officer. "This merger broadens opportunities for our clients and partners, positioning them to thrive in an evolving digital landscape."

Poised for Continued Growth
With combined revenues surpassing $230 million, a global customer base of over 1,700 organizations, and a team of skilled professionals, the newly expanded ATSG is positioned to lead the next wave of innovation in managed IT and security services. Backed by RunTide Capital, a private equity firm focused on building tech-enabled growth companies, ATSG has the financial stability and strategic support necessary to fulfill its ambitious vision.

About ATSG
ATSG is a leading global managed services provider, delivering award-winning digital transformation services to meet the demands of today's rapidly changing enterprises. As a Challenger in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Desktop-as-a-Service and a Leader in Managed Network Services—coupled with Cloud, Unified Communications, Operations, AI, and Cybersecurity solutions—ATSG offers comprehensive services designed for agility, scale, and cost-effectiveness. Headquartered in Manhattan, New York, ATSG prides itself on innovation, customer success, and fostering a culture of growth and respect.

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