Management Team

Justin Hamilton-Martin, Managing Director

Justin Hamilton-Martin has been the Managing Director of 8el since its inception. Under his stewardship the company has transformed from a niche voice carrier, into a leader within the networking and VoIP marketplace in the UK. He has played a key role in the development of the technology that underpins the company's growth and competitive advantage. Before setting up 8el, Justin had held senior sales positions within the European telecoms sector.

Martin Gray, Financial Director

As Finance Director, Martin Gray heads up 8el's external finance and funding strategy. He has primary responsibility for investor relations which has seen the company raise over £15 million of private funding for the company's development. Since 8el's inception he has also held the position of Company Secretary. He has principally worked at regulated financial services companies and has had a wide range of financial responsibilities, including investment management and finance directorships.

Phil O’Keeffe, Technical Director

Phil O'Keeffe is responsible for the company's long term technology strategy, as well as driving the direction and development of 8el's expansion into IP based networking solutions. His technical skills and experience have been key in driving the innovation of the IPR held in 8el's IP Centrex platform. He has managed the technical implementation of analogue and digital platforms for a range of telecommunications companies for almost 40 years.

David Paris, Operations Director

David Paris brings a wealth of experience gained over 30 years in the telecommunications industry, holding various senior management positions within this sector. David has spent considerable time working in business critical solution implementation, design and managed service environments and delivering consultancy and support services. David's major focus is upon the introduction and development of managed services into a fast growing business with robust processes that assure achievement of excellence in the customer experience.

Karl Jackson, Director of Networks and Technology

Karl Jackson has worked in the telecoms and networking industry for nearly 20 years, having previously held positions in the RAF and various private businesses throughout his career. As Director of Networks and Technology at 8el, Karl is responsible for managing the data and network infrastructure in the business, including the core network.

Ed Hough, Chairman

Dr Ed Hough has a focused portfolio including non-executive chairmanships of high growth businesses, with experience of bringing such companies to market. His impressive CV includes executive directorships at four quoted companies, including Group Board responsibility for Cellnet at Securicor plc.

David Whitehead, Director (Non Executive)

David Whitehead is an experienced director of trading with a major city institution; was regulated by the SFA and is a former member of the International and London Stock Exchange. He was one of 8el's founding investors and continues to take a very active role in the company's management.