MSP Emerge Digital has appointed Mark Atkinson, the former Gloucester Rugby and England Rugby player, as its new business development director.
The hire rounds off a year of rapid growth for the Cheltenham, Gloucestershire company, which closed out its financial year with revenues reaching £3m, an increase from £2.2m in 12 months.
Atkinson, who also holds a business development role at Gloucester Rugby, will be focusing on unlocking opportunities in new markets, as part of Emerge Digital’s two-year growth plan, to continue its trajectory and double its revenue by 2026.
Atkinson said: "Since leaving the game, I’ve wanted to challenge myself in a new industry, and what better industry than technology. Emerge Digital’s growth and determination piqued my interest, and I’m excited to bring my experience and drive to this new role.”
Nigel Church, CEO of Emerge Digital, added: "Transferring ambition from sport to business is a natural progression. Businesses thrive with ambitious, intelligent individuals who are driven by clear goals.”
