Shell Internet
services Ltd (Shell) today announced a series of high-level
appointments to its e-business unit, Shell Internet Works. The
appointments underline the Royal Dutch/Shell Group’s commitment to this
rapidly expanding and developing area of its operations.
Neil Sansom took up the position of Chief Marketing Officer on 15 January
2001.
Neil joined from Freeserve, where as Marketing Director he was responsible
for the launch and development of the Freeserve brand, quickly building it
into one of the largest free internet service providers in the UK. Neil brings
his
marketing expertise to a cross section of companies in the B2B and
B2C markets.
Wei-Hai Chu was appointed Head of Portal Strategy from 1 February 2001.
Reporting directly to Tim Morrison, Executive Vice-President of Shell
Internet Works, Wei-Hai will define and implement portal strategy. He has
10 years of experience in the IT industry, most recently with World Online
where he was VP for New
business development.
Tim Donlevy has joined as Launch Director from 2 January 2001, reporting
to Nick Brooks, Vice-President of the Shell Internet Works Incubator, with
responsibility for taking e-venture ideas through development to full
business launch. Tim’s background includes spells at CGNU, Lazard
Brothers and
mercury Communications, as well as e-business start-ups
such as Marchent Le Franc and Smartpack.
To manage the HR side of the rapidly expanding team, Frank Douglas has
been appointed VP of People and Organisation. Frank has 20 years of
international business and HR experience working for a number of blue chip
companies including BT and Towers
Perrin.
Tim Morrison, Executive Vice President of Shell Internet Works, said: “We
are working on a range of e-business initiatives and continue to grow our
capabilities. We are therefore delighted to have been able to attract these
high calibre individuals with proven e-business experience.”