Shoothill strengthens leadership team

Shoothill has strengthened its senior leadership team with the promotion of Mike Davis to chief operating officer (COO) and Josh Welch to chief innovation and delivery officer (CIDO).

The appointments reflect the continued growth and evolution of Shoothill as the business expands its work across software development, managed IT, creative and digital services, and emerging technologies including AI.

As chief operating officer, Mike will take broader responsibility for the day-to-day operations of Shoothill, with a focus on operational performance, resourcing, capacity, internal processes and ensuring the business continues to operate effectively as it grows, while continuing to provide executive oversight of the company's growing Managed IT Services division.

Mike has played a significant role in developing Shoothill's Managed IT capability and his new position will see that operational experience applied across the wider business.

As chief innovation and delivery officer, Josh will take executive responsibility for the organisation and delivery of Shoothill's growing portfolio of projects, alongside leading the company's approach to innovation and AI.

His remit will include delivery processes, project performance, capacity and visibility across the project pipeline, while identifying how new technologies can improve both Shoothill's own operations and the solutions it delivers for customers.

Simon Jeavons, group managing director at Shoothill, said: “Shoothill has grown significantly in both the volume and breadth of work we're delivering, and our leadership structure needs to continue evolving with the business.

“Mike and Josh have both already taken on increasing levels of responsibility and these promotions recognise the roles they are effectively playing, while giving them clear ownership of two areas that are fundamental to our next stage of growth.

“Mike will be focused on making sure the business operates effectively as we scale, while Josh will focus on how we organise and deliver our work and how we continue to innovate. We've got some ambitious plans for Shoothill and I'm delighted to have them both alongside me as we move into the next phase of the business.”