Our Team
Mark
MD
Mark
DIR
Lee
Snr Engineer
Sam
Sales EXE
Kelly
Receptionist
Dave
Tech MNGR
Chris
Engineer
Amanda
Telesales
Sue
Accs & Admin
Craig
Sales MNGR
Mark Finlayson – Managing Director
I set up Next Communications 22 years ago. I had moved from the
window manufacturing industry into telecommunications when my eye
was caught by a fast-moving industry in its infancy, which clearly had
great potential. So, in 1988 I decided to strike out on my own – not least
because I was the world’s worst employee!
As MD, I am responsible for everything from planning and charting the
strategic direction of the company to the small day-to-day details.
One of the most enjoyable aspects of this business is that it’s never
boring. I am constantly amazed by the sheer speed at which the
industry changes and enjoy the challenge of keeping up with all the new
developments. Meeting customers face to face is very important to me
and plays a big part in building business friendships – in fact, many of
Next’s customers have been with me for more than 15 years.
Outside work I enjoy shooting, tennis, cycling and sailing. I appreciate
good food and wine and I’m a family man, with a wife and two
teenagers who are very important to me.
My ten year plan is to continue to build a sustainable business, based on
long term relationships with suppliers and customers, that doesn’t need
my input quite so much in the coming years.
