Our Leadership Team
Keri Gilder
Chief Executive Officer
Keri Gilder is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), responsible for executing Colt’s strategy which centres around putting the power of the digital universe in the hands of its customers – wherever, whenever and however they need.
Buddy Bayer
Chief Operating Officer
In his role, Buddy is responsible for leading Colt's global operations and engineering functions. Buddy will be responsible for further developing Colt's infrastructure and network strategy, while continuing to drive an exceptional customer experience.
Annette Murphy
Chief Commercial Officer
In her role, Annette is responsible for managing all Colt’s go to market activities to drive profitable revenue growth and a strong market presence, leading global teams across sales, marketing, customer success, product, commercial, and strategic partnerships. She also works closely with the wider organisation to ensure Colt delivers on its overall purpose and vision.
Dan Harris
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Harris is Chief Financial Officer for Colt Technology Services, leading the delivery of Colt’s global financial metrics and the integration of Lumen EMEA while driving Colt’s growth ambitions.
Jaya Deshmukh
Chief Strategy Officer & Chief of Staff
Jaya Deshmukh is responsible for managing and driving Colt’s strategic roadmap and relationships, all while striving to elevate the organisation’s overall purpose and vision.
Caroline Griffin Pain
Chief Legal Officer
Caroline Griffin Pain is General Counsel at Colt with global responsibility for the Legal and Regulatory teams, the Company Secretariat and the Country Manager organisation. Caroline is also responsible for Colt’s ESG strategy, including sustainability and diversity and inclusion.
Ashish Surti
Chief Digital & Information Officer
Ash is responsible for Colt's overall technology and security strategy and execution, ensuring Colt streamlines its systems and processes while industrialising the organisation's digital ambitions.
Catherine Leaver
Chief People Officer
Catherine is highly experienced in working across international workforces and in building strong teams, delivering change and driving results, whilst making sure the wellbeing of the organisation remains a top priority.