About

We’re enthusiastic, and care about what we do and who we serve. We strive to provide the best experience and results for our customers and vendors alike, innovating and ‘going the extra mile’ all of the time.

We take pride in our work and our actions towards others and our world. We are empowered to make a difference and are accountable for ‘delivering stakeholder value’ and business results.

We believe business success has to be ‘win-win’, so we focus on positive outcomes for customers, vendors, employees and community in equal measure – adding value personally and professionally.

We ‘trust and are trusted’ – to be our authentic, diligent selves in a supportive and rewarding environment, and to deliver the best results and experience for all our stakeholders.

Group Chief Executive Officer

With a 20-year background in leadership at several global technology firms and five years transforming regional distributors, Dave has a passion for software and is keen on data analytics and process automation in particular. He holds a BSc (Hons) from Lancaster University, an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School and is on the Harvard Business School OPM programme. Dave was recognised by Bloomberg as a Breakaway CEO in the 2019 EMEA cohort and is a regional finalist in the EY 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year. He is a keen rackets and court tennis player.

Group Chief Operating Officer

With over 25 years’ experience in senior leadership roles across global multicultural environments, Kumar is adept at achieving sustainable business results. He has a proven track record for defining and delivering strategy, developing people, and managing transformational projects to improve business processes. Kumar is an avid cricket fan.

Group Finance Controller

A chartered accountant since 2011, Dave completed five years in audit with BDO in New Zealand before transferring to London. He has worked across a range of sectors and business sizes and has experience with both UK GAAP and IFRS reporting and consolidations for international groups. Before joining QBS in 2018, Dave was Group Financial Controller of a private-equity backed business.

Interim Group Head of Human Capital
Paula is a hands-on, results-orientated People Director with a track record of successfully creating and delivering pragmatic people solutions aligned to business strategies. She has extensive experience gained in fast-paced, multi-site, private, public and family-owned businesses including Boodles, Accenture, Lufthansa and Thames Water. Paula’s commercial yet compassionate approach has enabled her to lead and develop teams to deliver exceptional results and build trusted advisor relationships with business leaders. Paula is a Chartered member of the CIPD and has a BA (Hons) in Business Administration.

Group Legal Counsel

Steven is a qualified lawyer with over 15 years’ experience in a wide range of roles. He began his career as a litigator at international law firm Eversheds Sutherland working in their Manchester, Shanghai and Hong Kong offices. In 2018 he transitioned to an in-house role as the head of the legal and compliance team at telecommunications distributor Nycomm/Nimans. There he played a key role in the company’s sale to the Midwich Group, a UK PLC. Steven joined QBS in May 2022 and is responsible for overseeing all risk, compliance and governance matters across the organisation.

Group Head of Marketing

Caroline is a Chartered Marketer, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Marketors. She has 20 years’ director-level experience, predominantly within the IT sector, and has a passion for marketing, customer centricity and digital innovation. Her areas of specialism include strategy, sales and marketing alignment, omnichannel marketing and embedding customer centricity.

Group Head of IT

Jonathan has over 25 years’ experience in all areas of IT, from ERP Systems, BI, Infrastructure, Strategy and Procurement. Jonathan has a proven track record of implementing complex projects throughout UK and Europe in various industries from E-comm, Distribution and Manufacturing. He is passionate about technology and how that can enhance and simplify how we operate in out day to day.

Managing Director UK&I

Andreea has worked at QBS since 2010 and is experienced across the business, with hands-on expertise in cross-functional team leadership, strategic sourcing, IT procurement, supplier management and business operations. She possesses a track record of achievements and a proven ability to increase productivity while building successful partnerships. Her BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, combined with the MBA in Digital Innovation Management from Brunel Business School, have enabled her to maximize efficiency and generate sustainable growth.

Managing Director Europe


Marcus Denner has been working in various positions in the IT industry since graduating with a degree in business informatics in 2004. He has joined the QBS Software GmbH team 2013, first as Key Account Manager, then from 2016 on as Head of Sales, and since 2022 as Managing Director Europe. Together with the managing directors, Marcus has developed QBS Software GmbH into one of the leading non-standard distributors in Europe.

Group Head of People Operations

Colin has over 20 years’ experience in diverse roles across business operations and HR in the IT industry. He works closely with the senior leadership team, providing end to end HR business advice, and operational support. With an impressive record of achievements, Colin has led HR functions to successfully deliver high quality services, ranging from organisational restructures and TUPE transfers, to the implementation of revised terms and conditions and new pay and grading structures.

Group Sustainability & Diversity Officer

Responsible for both the ESG and DEI programmes in QBS, Therese has a background in corporate identification and communication for a number of public sector and private companies. Therese supports the local community with several pro bono projects and is extremely passionate about sustainability and carbon neutrality. Therese has been the driving force behind QBS becoming independently certified as carbon neutral in 2021 and achieving a high score on the B Corporation impact assessment.

Managing Director UK&I

Andreea has worked at QBS since 2010 and is experienced across the business, with hands-on expertise in cross-functional team leadership, strategic sourcing, IT procurement, supplier management and business operations. She possesses a track record of achievements and a proven ability to increase productivity while building successful partnerships. Her BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, combined with the MBA in Digital Innovation Management from Brunel Business School, have enabled her to maximize efficiency and generate sustainable growth.

Vendor Aquisitions and Product Manager
With 25 years of experience in the retail sector, Paul heads up the consumer facing business for QBS Software. He is experienced across the business, having covered multiple roles over the many years he has worked for QBS, but he has a particular wealth of knowledge when it comes to cyber security. He enjoys the work he does each and every day and continues on his journey to find the most relevant and in demand brands for the consumer market.

Sales Manager MSP Division

With almost a decade of experience in the world of software sales, James is adept at developing partner relationships and communicating concisely. He is responsible for streamlining partners' software procurement journeys, not only by recommending solutions, but also by promoting monthly billing and keeping all informed of the latest industry trends, particularly around network security. James has a passion for the great outdoors and enjoys cycling, running and all racket sports.

Group Finance Controller

A chartered accountant since 2011, Dave completed five years in audit with BDO in New Zealand before transferring to London. He has worked across a range of sectors and business sizes and has experience with both UK GAAP and IFRS reporting and consolidations for international groups. Before joining QBS in 2018, Dave was Group Financial Controller of a private-equity backed business.

Group Head of People Operations
Colin has over 20 years’ experience in diverse roles across business operations and HR in the IT industry. He works closely with the senior leadership team, providing end to end HR business advice, and operational support. With an impressive record of achievements, Colin has led HR functions to successfully deliver high quality services, ranging from organisational restructures and TUPE transfers, to the implementation of revised terms and conditions and new pay and grading structures.

Product Management Lead

Ikramul has been with QBS since 2018 and has been instrumental in developing the Publisher Success department. With his background in consumer sales and a passion for software and technology, he has created and executed go-to-market strategies for key partners while building an engaged and driven team. Ikram is currently enrolled on a leadership programme to enhance his coaching and management skills, and he has a keen interest in music, occasionally playing the guitar.

Account Director

Niraj is an ambitious account director with over 15 years of software sales experience and the desire to learn and achieve a lot more as his career progresses. His qualifications in computer science combined with his sales, business development and technical experience, makes him a well-rounded account manager. He has a great track record of success and has extensive knowledge of tier 3 & 4 software vendors.

Account Director

At QBS since 2015, Martin joined with a wealth of knowledge and experience of the IT reseller ecosystem, having previously worked as an account manager at two enterprise resellers. Managing some of QBS' largest accounts, Martin is a methodical, organised leader and quick-thinking problem solver who uses his experience to provide effective solutions while ensuring the partner receives the best quality service.

Renewals Team Leader

Thiviya has a proven track record of working with vendors and customers to build and maintain strong and effective relationships over the past 5 years. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, and is currently working towards a CMI-accredited People Leadership qualification. Thiviya is committed to achieving high retention rates for managed vendors, as well as mentoring and coaching team members to ensure a highly efficient team.

Operations Manager

Carmen has been with QBS for over 8 years. With her solutions-oriented mindset, Carmen formulates and drives a high-standard approach towards all business operations. She is responsible for coaching and mentoring several teams, and ensures that all activities support and strengthen the company’s strategic objectives. She is passionate about learning and development, and is currently enrolled on a People Leadership programme, boosting her management skills and confidence as a professional and as a leader.

Pricing Team Leader

Melissa is a highly qualified professional, holding a diploma from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). She has 7 years of experience managing vendors and publishers at QBS, and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of business relationships. She is passionate about achieving excellence and strives to maximize her impact.