Redsquid’s 2019 Round Up

Undoubtedly, the biggest news of this year was Redsquid’s acquisition of Ridgeway Telecom – a wholesale provider of Unified Comms, Connectivity, Mobile and Data. Ridgeway have been trading for over twenty years, have a great reputation for customer service, and bring a range of solutions to the Redsquid portfolio. Strategically, this will give a presence in the up and coming Thames Valley region, and double Redsquid’s wholesale billing.

Keep reading to see some of our favourite highlights.

Redsquid Announce Charity Partnership with Cystic Fibrosis Trust

In January we were delighted to announce that our charity committee partnered up with Cystic Fibrosis Trust for 2019. They do amazing work funding research and providing support for people with cystic fibrosis, which we’re now very proud to be a part of.

We finished the year raising over £8000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. An amazing amount, thanks to all the supporters. We’re incredibly proud to have made a difference.

London Landmarks Half Marathon

In March, champion runners; Co-founder Vince, Marcus (Marketing), and Andrew (Finance), successfully completed the London Landmarks Half Marathon. Their JustGiving campaign to raised just short of £1000 for Tommy’s charity.

Redsquid does Tough Mudder…Again

Once again, Redsquid took on the gruelling trials of Tough Mudder in May and won! With a ton of determination and a healthy dose of teamwork, they finished the challenge together for the second time. Well done guys!

Escape rooms & Laser Tag Team Building

Nothing like a Monday Team building session – Escape Rooms and Laser Tag! I think everyone will agree it was great fun and a real bonding session.

Cystic Fibrosis Yellow Week

In June we took part in the Cystic Fibrosis Yellow Week and our fundraising activities were a massive success! We had a great time and successfully raised even more money for CF Trust. We’d like to thank our charity committee, and all our fantastic donators for making it all happen.

Adi’s Skydive

Our Operations Director, Adrienne, performed a skydive in June in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Trust. We can’t think of a more incredible end to CF week, and everyone at Redsquid would like to congratulate her on such a tremendous feat, raising additional fund for Cystic Fibrosis Trust!

Appointment Sales Director – Michael Ianiri

In June, Redsquid appointed Michael Ianiri as Sales Director. Mike has a wealth of experience in the industry with his main strengths in Cyber Security and ICT. He’s been instrumental in launching our first Cyber Security products and strengthening our ICT offering.

Customer Service Week

In August we took the time to celebrate customer service week, celebrating our own customer service champions and topped off with a super hero fancy dress on the Friday.

We’re an organisation of people that care a great deal about our customers, about our community, and about each other and we want our customers to use the technology and support we provide, to grow their businesses and find success.

Appointment Chief Financial Officer – Jane Phillips

In August Jane Phillips joined Redsquid as Chief Finance Officer to support the business as they pursue their growth strategy via organic and acquisitions.  With a wealth of experience in the IT and telecoms sector Jane will ensure that Redsquid has strong financial performance and governance as we embark on this journey.

Ridgeway Acquisition

In October Redsquid announced the acquisition of Thames Valley based Ridgeway Telecoms. It’s been a long time in the making, but we’re very excited to be partnering with such a prestigious business. Ridgeway have a lot to bring to Redsquid, including knowledge and experience in the telecoms industry.

Needless to say, we’re all excited for what the future has in store for Redsquid and look forward to continued growth and success.

10 Peaks Challenge

To raise money and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, CEO Sohin, Finance Manager Andrew and Service Desk Manager Tom completed their heroic mission and conquered the 10 Peak Challenge, trekking 46 kilometres in 12 hours across the Peak District National Park.

We’re incredibly proud to have raised £2,600 for such a great cause and would like to thank everyone who helped support us with their donations.

Returning Customers

This year we’ve seen a significant increase of former customers not just returning to Redsquid, but also taking out multiple types of technology from us – changing the way their business and their employees work, which in return helps them scale and become more productive all under one supplier.

This goes to show that the value Redsquid provide through service, dedication, and care is making the difference.

After such a successful 2019, we have to thank our customers for choosing our services, because without their support we wouldn’t have a business to celebrate. So from everyone at Redsquid we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.