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Russell joined as UK general manager in April 2000 bringing with him nine years of experience in the UK telecommunications and internet industries.
From 1998 to 2000 Russell was a director of MessageNet Ltd - an internet security and messaging security provider. Responsible for sales and operations he also led the development of e:)scan - Europe’s first e-mail virus and content control service. In October 1999 MessageNet was acquired by Articon-Integralis AG.Between 1993 and 1998 Russell was the national sales manager for General Telecom - the business telecoms division of General Cable Plc. During this time he grew the business from four sales people and £3m annual revenue to 35 sales people in three locations and £25m annual revenue.
Russell attended Nottingham University where he read production engineering. Following twelve months travelling he commenced his managerial career at Coca-Cola and Schweppes where he enjoyed a successful career as a national account manager. | 