DataSolutions rebrands to Climb Channel Solutions Ireland as distributor eyes up further European expansion

DataSolutions has announced that it is officially rebranding to Climb Channel Solutions Ireland as the distributor eyes up expansion in key markets across Europe.

Following the acquisition of Dublin-based DataSolutions in October 2023, Climb Channel Solutions is now focusing on its growth in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The group expects to generate 12% growth in this region during its 2024 financial year (FY 2024). It also anticipates 12-15% global growth in FY 2024, following a successful 2023 which saw it surpass $1.2 billion (approximately €1 billion) in revenues globally.

This ongoing expansion will also be driven by mergers and acquisitions (M&A), with Climb Channel Solutions recently acquiringDouglas Stewart Software & Services, LLC (“DSS”) in the US. Going forward, it will be focusing on Western Europe and the rest of EMEA as part of its M&A strategy.

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland will be pivotal to the company’s growth plans due to its success driven by longstanding relationships with high-performing Tier 1 technology vendors in Ireland – including HP Aruba, Check Point and Citrix.

Furthermore, it introduced a number of new vendors to the Irish market earlier this year including SolarWinds, Quest Software and SmartBear. Together, these have enhanced the distributor’s capabilities across the areas of cyber security, IT management, networking, and compliance.

The company has also invested in a new ERP system and cutting-edge technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and data analytics, to streamline its operations and enhance its services for resellers and partners.

As part of the rebrand, David Keating was made Country Manager of Ireland for Climb Channel Solutions. Roberta McCrossan also stepped into a new role as EMEA Marketing Director, with Brian Davis now serving as VP of Sales for the UK and Ireland, Kamel Kerbib taking up the role of Country Manager for France, and Patrick Van Arendonk assuming the position of Sales Director for Benelux. More recently, Martin Bichler was appointed Country Manager for the DACH region.

David Keating, Country Manager for Climb Channel Solutions Ireland, said: “The merging of DataSolutions and Climb Channel Solutions has been a gradual process over the past year and the official rebrand now marks a new and exciting chapter for the business as we look to continue on our growth trajectory and expand further in Europe.

“While there have been some new additions to our service offering, our success as a company has always been driven by our people and our resellers – who have been a great support over the last 30 years. As Climb Channel Solutions Ireland, that will remain the case as our experienced team looks to continue delivering outstanding service, innovating for partners, and driving business success.”

Dale Foster, CEO of Climb Global Solutions, added: “The integration and rebranding of DataSolutions marks a vital step in our growth journey and we are excited about the future. On that, mergers and acquisitions will remain a key part of our global strategy – enabling us to extend our geographic reach, add to the team, and bring in new vendors. We do have targets in mind, ones that fit into our overall plan and will bring value to the business, as well as our reseller partners.

“Of course, we remain dedicated to our mission of creating an uncontested marketplace for emerging tech, along with delivering exceptional service. Our aim is not just to stick with what’s proven and profitable today but to invest in and support the solutions that will shape tomorrow. By leveraging the expertise of our people, focusing on strategic partnerships, and engaging end-users, we will further solidify our position as a trusted partner in Ireland and further afield, thus propelling the business forward.”

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