Nottingham-based investigation tech firm, Altia, has appointed a new Chair as the company looks to strengthen its growth plans throughout 2024 and beyond.

Stuart Warriner, who holds over 35 years of corporate finance experience, will join Altia as Chair this month, succeeding Simon Hook, who had held the position since 2020.

The move comes as Altia looks to strengthen its senior leadership team with a view to delivering on its strategy which will further cement its position as a leading provider of investigation software.

A specialist in its field for almost 30 years, Altia creates intelligence and investigation software to assist law enforcement agencies, government departments, and private sector businesses.

Stuart joins Altia with an impressive portfolio of Chair and Non-Executive Director (NED) roles, and currently serves as Chair at Mortgage and Surveying Services Limited and Blue-i Group.

He is also a NED at Alternative Investment Market (AIM) listed The Pebble Group plc and at the privately owned Lodestone Communications, as well as being a Senior Advisor to Houlihan Lokey.

Joining Altia, Stuart's board roles will be complemented by his extensive corporate finance background, having served as a Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers and as a Managing Director at GCA Altium.

As Chair, Stuart will support the company's senior leadership team in implementing growth across the company, leveraging his expertise in market analysis and strategic planning.

Additionally, he will be instrumental in helping the company to expand its market presence and solidify its position as an industry leader.

Specialising in cutting-edge solutions for digital forensics and intelligence, and leveraging advanced technologies, Altia provides software tools and services to law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and corporate entities.

Their expertise lies in extracting actionable insights from vast datasets and employing artificial intelligence and machine learning to uncover patterns and trends.

Altia's solutions empower organisations to navigate complex investigations efficiently, ensuring swift and informed decision-making. With a focus on technological excellence, Altia plays a crucial role in enhancing the capabilities of investigative teams and security professionals worldwide.

Rob Sinclair, CEO, Altia said,

"Stuart's experience in corporate finance and his successful track record across various leadership roles is simply second to none.

He will be an invaluable addition to Altia

"Stuart's expert guidance will be vital as we continue to deliver on our growth plans which will further position the company as the UK's leading investigation software provider.

"At Altia we want to deliver the best possible products and service, as well as developing a culture which empowers all our employees to thrive. That means we must seek out the best and Stuart ticks all the boxes as we look to continue our ambitious plans moving forward."

Stuart Warriner said:

"Altia is top of its class when it comes to delivering intelligence and investigation software solutions. That, mingled with their ambition to always be the best in everything they do, presented a hugely exciting prospect to me.

"Naturally, I'm delighted to join Altia, and I look forward to being a part of driving the company forward towards its goals. Altia has a remarkable reputation in its field, and I'm looking forward to further building upon this and contribute to its ongoing success."

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