Vox Names Martin Springer Ceo, Replacing Jacques Du Toit

In Short

Vox has appointed Martin Springer as its new CEO, effective 2 November.

He replaces Jacques du Toit in what Vox describes as a planned executive leadership transition.

What Happened: Vox CEO Transition And Executive Background

Vox, an internet service provider, says Springer succeeds outgoing CEO Jacques du Toit, completing a planned handover.

Vox operates under Vivica Group, the holding company formerly known as Vox Holdings. Vivica Group rebranded in 2022 and restructured its operations into separate businesses.

Vox says Springer brings over 25 years of international executive leadership experience across the ICT, telecommunications and digital infrastructure sectors. It adds that he joins Vox from NTT DATA, where he served as an executive of Internet Solutions.

According to Vox, Springer has held executive board and leadership roles at CMC Networks, Performanta and BT Group. Vox also points to experience in operational turnarounds, large-scale network transformations and M&A growth strategies across Africa and global markets.

In a quote shared by Vox, Springer says: "Opportunities like this to lead an ambitious, locally-rooted business with strong backing don't come around often. Vox has an exceptional foundation and brand presence. I look forward to working with our management team, employees and partners to capitalise on market opportunities, leverage our digital infrastructure and deliver long-term value for our customers."

Why It Matters: What Vox Says Is Driving The Handover

Vox says Du Toit led the company through significant growth, strategic transformation and market expansion. It adds that Du Toit and the Vox board agreed that the completion of key strategic transaction milestones marks the natural time for a planned leadership handover.

Du Toit took over as Vox CEO in January 2013, after the departure of joint-CEOs Angus MacRobert and Douglas Reed. Vox notes that at the time it was consolidating several business units and brands under one identity, including Vox Orion, Vox Datapro, Vox Amvia, Vox Telepreneur and Vox Pureview, while @lantic was excluded from the initial consolidation.

Paul Botha, Vox chairman, says: "Jacques has played a foundational role in building Vox into the resilient, competitive and customer-focused digital infrastructure business it is today." He adds: "We are deeply grateful for his dedication, leadership and vision over his many years at the helm. The business is in an exceptionally strong financial and operational position as we enter this next phase."