Michael Smith

Managing Director @Cobus Communications Group

Since joining the organisation in June 1991 I\'ve experienced many significant changes in telephony, communication technology, and the B2B marketplace in general. Over my circa 30-years I\'ve accumulated a vast array of knowledge and experience across all areas of the business from engineering and support, through sales and account management to finance and senior business leadership. The business was very much in its infancy back in 1991 but through hard work and dedication I\'ve steered it through many challenges and tough economic times including recession. In more recent years an MBO in 2007 and a total share acquisition in 2013, to make Cobus the largest independent supplier of its type in the Yorkshire region, has seen significant growth across all areas of the business. The company has experienced year-on-year growth in GP while maintaining a healthy margin so the futures never looked more promising that\'s real testament to the dedication and commitment of the senior management team and their respective teams.