Former Assurant Europe CEO Andy Morris has joined Likewize to run its global strategy and develop new markets in device protection, repair, warranty and related solutions

Former Assurant CEO Andy Morris has joined Likewize to run its global strategy and develop new markets in device protection, repair, warranty and related solutions

Likewize is the world’s leading tech protection and support company and Optus is one of Australia’s largest mobile phone carriers.

Acquisition follows the firms desire to move away from distribution towards a solutions provider

The distributor is pulling out of the Swedish market after 45 years

The acquisition is set to help Brightstar expand its device protection offering 

Former team members have rejoined as firm positions itself as much more than just a distributor

Brightstar will relocate its operations to another location in Crewe, plus open two new dedicated call centre’s

Just days after quitting Tech Data – Millar is already planning a return to the mobile industry

Tech Data Mobile senior vice president Rod Millar has resigned from the firm after more than seven years. Stephen Nolan promoted as senior VP of Europe. 

Tech Data Mobile president Rod Millar will continue president role from US office.