Big things are happening at Altnets. We are excited to welcome Andy Ainsley as our new Commercial Director, a leader whose background, motivation, and vision perfectly align with our momentum as we continue to expand our reach and speed towards an ambitious 2026.
Andy brings an extensive range of strategic and commercial expertise to the team, having served in the telecom and energy sectors for over 25 years. For major players in the industry, including Hexatronic, Neos Networks, and AFL, Andy has built high-performing sales teams, cultivated strong client connections, and consistently delivered growth in challenging, technical markets.
Andy began his career with AFL, marketing fibre optic solutions for the telecoms and energy industries. He subsequently pursued an extensive career focused on leadership, including 15 years in police enforcement. After returning to the telecoms industry in a senior leadership role, Andy quickly rose to senior leadership roles, Andy has become renowned for his ability to bring teams together around common objectives and his hands-on, interpersonal strategy.
Speaking about his appointment, Andy Ainsley said:
“Altnets is a company with real purpose and energy. The combination of its fast-paced culture, strong supplier relationships, and commitment to doing things differently immediately resonated with me.
“I’m passionate about helping teams succeed, empowering people to grow, collaborate, and achieve both individually and collectively. It’s an incredible opportunity to continue scaling the business and building solutions that truly serve our customers across telecoms, data centres, and beyond.”
In his role as Commercial Director, Andy will steer our commercial strategy and achieve Altnets’ objective of streamlining, expediting, and optimising the UK’s digital infrastructure industry. Additionally, he will be critical to expanding our presence in key sectors with a focus on strengthening industry relationships and identifying new opportunities for expansion.
Olly, our Managing Director, explained:
“At such an important stage, we are thrilled to have Andy join the team. His diversity of skills, leadership style, and industry expertise are ideal for Altnets’ future development. We have high ambitions for 2026, and Andy’s appointment is crucial to laying the foundation for that forthcoming phase of expansion.”
Andy’s appointment represents yet another exciting move towards Altnets’ ongoing evolution. His passion for teamwork, leadership, and unlocking potential will be fundamental in determining how we grow as an organisation and as a team of talented, motivated people.
As we continue to grow and expand our reach across the UK, we’re always on the lookout for passionate individuals who want to be part of something bigger. Explore career opportunities with Altnets and join us as we help build the future of connectivity. Get in touch at [email protected].