Redcentric Appoints Brian Woodford as New CEO
Portfolio - People | Jan 20, 2025 | Business Cloud

Redcentric, an established IT managed services provider headquartered in Harrogate, has announced the appointment of Brian Woodford as Chief Executive Officer. Woodford will take over the role on February 3, succeeding Peter Brotherton, who has led the company since 2019. Brotherton, who joined as CFO in 2016 and became CEO after serving as interim, is credited with solidifying the company's foundations for sustainable growth. He will remain as a strategic advisor until June. Woodford, with a background in senior positions at firms like Capita and Vodafone, brings a wealth of experience, intending to drive innovation and expand market presence. Redcentric, listed on Aim since 2013, employs 500 staff across 11 locations, including international operations in India.
Sectors
- Information Technology Services
Geography
- United Kingdom – Redcentric is headquartered in Harrogate, UK, and operates four locations in the country.
- India – Redcentric has an offshore operation in Hyderabad, India.
Industry
- Information Technology Services – Redcentric is an IT managed services provider, operating and offering services in the information technology sector.
Financials
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Redcentric | Target company | Company | A listed IT managed services provider headquartered in Harrogate, UK. |
Brian Woodford | Incoming CEO | Person | Appointed as the new CEO of Redcentric, taking over on February 3. |
Peter Brotherton | Outgoing CEO | Person | Stepping down as CEO, will serve as a strategic advisor until June. |