ETL Management Team

Kevin joined ETL Systems in 2023 as Chief Executive Officer. He brings with him over 20 years’ experience in RF Systems within Satellite and Defence communications markets. Before joining ETL, he was Vice President and Managing Director of the Microwave, Microelectronics and Secure Communications Divisions of API Technologies Corporation. Kevin has significant experience of leading technology companies and will bring new skills and ideas to help ETL Systems unlock the next phase of its growth journey.

Alex joined ETL Systems in 2023 as Chief Operating Officer. He brings with him over 25 years’ experience as a transformational leader with deep knowledge of manufacturing, operations and supply chain management. Before joining ETL, he held senior leadership positions with Magellan Aerospace, Cobham group and most recently as Vice President of Operations and UK Managing Director at Abaco Systems.

As a seasoned people leader, Alex understands the day to day demands of the manufacturing and operations environment and is passionate about engaging, developing and empowering his teams.

Paul joined the team in 2018, bringing over 15 years’ experience in the satellite communications industry. In that time he has taken lead roles in the design and development of industry leading avionics SATCOM terminals, spacecraft RF systems and satellite ground segment equipment, covering both ends of the SATCOM link.

Paul relocated to the UK from Cape Town, South Africa in 2016. He has a Bachelor of Technology in Electronic Engineering from the University of South Africa.

Andrew's speciality is the sales and marketing of technical communications products, with a focus on developing international brands and sales networks. He joined the ETL team in June 2005 to support its expansion into new global markets and has since seen sales grow around 20% per year.

Andrew has an MBA from Edinburgh University.

Joanna joined ETL Systems in 2022, during a time of rapid and exciting growth for the company. As the head of ETL’s HR department, Joanna provides strategic HR leadership to all areas of the business. She brings over 20 years of experience to the Executive Team, with past roles spanning areas including Learning & Development and Organisational Design. Most recently she oversaw HR delivery on a global basis for Genus PLC group functions as a senior member of the HR function at Genus PLC, working alongside the Global Executive Leadership Team to deliver people strategy across EMEA, APAC, LATAM and North America.

Paul joined ETL in 2011 following a long career at Roland (UK) Limited (Finance Director) and a successful period consulting with a number of companies in a variety of industry segments including Advertising, Retail, FMCG, Distribution and Manufacturing.

He has a BSc in Economics and Accounts and is a Chartered Accountant.

Andrew joined ETL in 2020, having worked for over 25 years in C-Suite roles in engineering and technology businesses.  Andrew has an MBA from London Business School, a doctorate in environmental chemistry, and is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering.

After fifteen years at BMT, the design and engineering services company, Andrew joined the UK Ministry of Defence acquisition organisation. As Chief Operating Officer he led all procurement and support programmes for the UK Armed Services and was appointed CBE in 2012 for services to defence. In 2011 he joined VC-backed Marine Current Turbines and led the sale to Siemens in 2012. Following exit Andrew became Chief Executive for Northrop Grumman’s $1Bn European aerospace and defence business, and became inaugural Chairmanship of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter electronics support JV company. In 2018 he joined PE-backed Algeco Group, the world’s largest modular building company, as Group CEO.

Today Andrew has a portfolio career including Chairman of ETL Systems, Senior Advisor to Blackstone GSO, and Chairman of Ainscough Crane Hire.

Jolyon has been involved with ETL since 2020 when the business received investment funding from CBPE Capital. Jolyon joined CBPE in 2010 and is a member of the Investment Committee. He has a particular focus on businesses in the technology and business services sectors, and on those based in the north of England. Before joining CBPE, Jolyon spent six years at 3i where he worked on buyouts across Europe and North America. He had previously worked at KPMG Corporate Finance. Jolyon has a degree in Law and Accounting from the University of Manchester.

With an MA in Engineering, Economics, and Management from Oxford University, Ian joined ETL as Managing Director and CEO in June 2003, after arranging a management buy-in. As a serial entrepreneur, he has a wide range of experience of running and growing companies, with particular focus on the business development and finance.  Ian moved to a Non-Exec position in 2024, in an advisory and governance capacity providing insights to the Executive team based on his 21 years’ experience at ETL.

Prior to ETL, Ian ran an engineering business involved in air pollution control, which he sold in late 2001. He became Vice President and Senior Director at Continental Illinois Bank before moving into entrepreneurial pursuits.

Esen brings over 30 years experience in satellite communication systems and hardware design & development, and joined ETL as Chief Technical Officer in June 2003. He has been proactively engaged in developing ETL's operational procedures and technologies, which have played a pivotal role in transforming ETL into a global leader in RF engineering and custom build.  Esen moved to a Non-Exec position in 2024, in an advisory and governance capacity providing insights to the Executive team based on his 21 years’ experience at ETL.

Prior to ETL, Esen took on engineering and engineering management roles working for Marconi Space & Defence Systems (now known as Astrium), Com Dev and Radiant Broadband Wireless Systems.

Esen was awarded a PhD following his study at Kings' College, University of London. He has a number of technical publications in the fields of RF & microwave design as well as satellite & broadband wireless communications, including a number of patents in these fields.

Ben has been involved with ETL since 2020 when the business received investment funding from CBPE Capital. Ben joined CBPE in 2016 and has a particular focus on the Industrial Technology and Industrial Services sectors. Previously, Ben spent eight years working in corporate finance for DC Advisory and Harris Williams where he focused on UK and European mid-market investments. Ben has a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nottingham and spent a brief period as a process engineer before pursuing his career in finance.