Harrington adds telecoms experience to Truespeed Board

Tue, 20/09/2022 - 11:43
Lisa Harrington

Truespeed has appointed ex-BT ace Lisa Harrington as a Non-Executive Director to aid the acceleration of its south west fibre rollout.

Harrington brings 25 years of experience to the Truespeed Board, having held several non-executive posts growing and transforming business across the Telecoms, Professional Services & Education sectors.

Most recently, Harrington served as MD tech and cyber skills provider QA. She has also spent 10 years at BT in senior positions including Chief Customer Officer and served as Interim MD Of Infrastructure for Hyperoptic.

She founded the BT Tech Women programme and is a champion for mental health in the workplace and diversity in STEM.

“I was drawn to Truespeed’s mission of ensuring whole communities can benefit from ultrafast broadband, and I am joining as the company recently passed 50,000 premises,” she said.

Clarke Osborne, Chair of Truespeed added: “Lisa’s experience, ability and drive will fit perfectly and provide significant input to the team.”