Ognall joins from data management ad cloud storage solutions firm NetApp, where he served for five years, most recently as head of channel.
He has held a number of senior positions overseeing channel programs for Simon Magee, Bytes Technology and ShiftF7.
The new role will see Ognall lead Equinix’s UK channel team, which oversees the data centre firm’s Channel Partner Program, which allows partners to both resell and refer its services. These services include connectivity to major providers including: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Office365, Google Cloud Platform, IBM SoftLayer, Salesforce and Oracle Cloud.
Eric Saillard, EMEA channel director, Equinix: “We are delighted with the appointment of Simon as UK Channel and Alliances Director. His wealth of experience and knowledge of the industry will be a significant asset for our UK Channel Partner program. We have made significant investments to ensure our partners are set up for ongoing success and we believe Simon can play an important role in our program.”
Ognall added: “This is an exciting time to be joining Equinix. The company has made some exciting announcements recently and has enjoyed a significant period of continued success. I’m looking forward to working with our partners to make the most of the changing business landscape and contribute to the ongoing success of our global Channel Partner program.”
