Mahmood Mazhar From Core Telecom Limited – Senior Team Profiles

Mahmood Mazhar – Chief Executive – Mahmood is a qualified accountant with over 20 years of business experience in the UK. He holds a Masters degree in business administration and has a wealth of business acumen within the industries of leisure, retail and property; including a previous stake in an international food manufacturing business, being integral to its fortification. Since becoming involved with the telecoms industry his strategic focus and brand development has enhanced Core Telecom’s portfolio and profile.

Paul Turner – Commercial Director –Paul is an accountant and has gained extensive senior experience with Compass Group, QMH and Hilton International, as well as developing businesses in the South Asian market over the last ten years. As one of the founding partners of Core, Paul is responsible for setting business parameters and commercial direction.

Zia Rizvi – Finance Director – Zia is a chartered accountant, and has held senior positions with Veolia UK PLC, TDG PLC as well as Marks and Spencer PLC as head of logistics. He led the procurement team for the Central European investment group, Penta Investments and has also had success in the South Asian business market. He joined Core in 2008.

Nick Dixon – Sales Director – Nick is a sales professional with over 15 years experience within the telecoms market. He has held senior sales and management positions with Cable and Wireless: Redstone and Kingston Communications.  He joined Core in 2009.

David Hart – Business Development Director – David is an engineering graduate who has previously managed a wide range of accounts for BT Wholesale.  His role encompassed startup Telco’s to Tier 1 Carriers.  His last position with BT oversaw BskyB and Carphone Warehouse accounts.

Gareth Davies – Head of Technology – Gareth is an IT professional with experience of running his own businesses. He has a vast range of technical knowledge with commercial acumen. Gareth’s team of engineers and developers support the business growth strategy, ensuring customer needs are met effectively. He joined us in 2008.

Chris Xavier – Head of SEO and Marketing – Chris is an Economics & Business Strategy graduate from Leeds. After leaving a career in finance, Chris became a qualified SEO specialist. He now manages the on and offline marketing of Core and its associated brands. He joined in 2008.