NetDimensions Announces Appointment of Europe, Middle East and Africa Director

June 02, 2007 (PRLEAP.COM) Technology News
Hong Kong, June 2007 — NetDimensions, a global provider of learning, knowledge and performance management systems, announced today that Michael J. Higgins has joined the company as director in charge of business development for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. Higgins joins NetDimensions from Skillsoft, where he managed SkillSoft’s EMEA channel partners and served as one of two United Kingdom regional direct sales directors. Higgins' responsibilities will include working with major clients and partners in the region and managing direct and partner sales. He will also oversee the recruitment and development of new partners in areas NetDimensions has identified for growth.

Higgins said, “I am delighted to be joining NetDimensions. The company’s combination of client focus and top-flight software makes this an exciting time to join NetDimensions. It’s a challenge and a great opportunity.” "We're equally delighted to have Mike join the team,” said NetDimensions co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Jay Shaw. "Part of the strategy we outlined for our May 2nd listing on the London AIM market is to increase the company’s sales and marketing capability. Recruiting senior professionals of Mike’s caliber is a key part of that plan."

About NetDimensions: Established in 1999 and listed on the London Stock Exchange AIM, NetDimensions is a global provider of learning, knowledge and performance management systems. The company's Enterprise Knowledge Platform (EKP) delivers and manages corporate training, career development, assessment and certification programs, and helps clients around the world address growing regulatory compliance needs.
Recognized as one of the top-rated learning management systems in overall customer satisfaction, EKP is used by multinational companies such as HSBC, ABN AMRO, ING and Cathay Pacific.
For additional information on EKP and NetDimensions, please visit: www.netdimensions.com