Management

The Comms Centre management team has a wealth of expertise and qualifications in their respective disciplines, and they work together to serve our clients and move the firm forward.

Duncan Lindsay

Senior Vice President UK

Duncan was the initial founder of Networks Centre in 2005 and was MD up until the acquisition by Alcadon Group in 2022. Duncan is now the Senior Vice President UK Since its beginning in 2005, the company has enjoyed rapid growth and is now one of the largest network infrastructure distributors in the UK. Duncan is very hands-on, with most of his time involved in all aspects of the company and working with the Management team to plan for future growth. His can-do attitude and understanding of customer needs will ensure the group continues to expand profitably.
Being the father to 3 boys, he enjoys watching most sports and enjoys playing golf and skiing.

James joined Networks Centre in 2013 as Sales Director of the company. Following the acquisition by Alcadon group, James assumed the position of Managing Director. Prior to Networks Centre, James was a successful global account manager for one of the world’s leading manufacturers of physical infrastructure solutions, Panduit.

James utilised his 15 years’ previous experience in the industry, to develop the project and solutions side of Networks Centre, particularly in the Data Centre space. This enabled Networks Centre to become a leading solutions provider. As well as managing the internal and external sales teams, James who is BICSI RCDD accredited ensured that the business evolved to become a trusted partner to some of the UK’s largest and most prestigious businesses.

As well as having a young family, in his spare time, James enjoys listening to and playing music.

James Reid

Managing Director

Karen Pedley

Finance and Office Manager

Karen’s Comms Centre journey started in 2015 when she took on the role as Finance Officer for 4 years before swiftly taking the reins as Finance and Office Manager in 2019.

By working closely with sales, tester support and the admin team at CCI, Karen’s role allows her to oversee the day-to-day operations of the office. As well as this, Karen consistently builds rapport with suppliers, and will tap into customer service tasks when required.

From ISO audits to balancing accounts, courier challenges to organising events, any order delivered to a customer will have had Karen’s support during the process.

Outside of managing the office, Karen loves to spend time with her family and can be found sipping on Prosecco at the weekends!

Since starting in 2018, Ryan has been an integral part of Comms Centre’s transition as it became a part of Networks Centre Group. Beginning his journey as a junior account manager, Ryan has worked in various roles in senior and key accounts, before reaching his current role as Sales Manager.

Ryan’s responsibility involves driving the business forward to achieve our growth targets, by continuing to manage and develop the businesses key accounts as well supporting the wider sales team.

Following the dynamics of the industry, no day is the same for Ryan! Typically he manages the company’s pipeline with a view of understanding how value can be added to clients’ projects as their preferred distribution partner. As well as this, Ryan is always tapping into his forte of engaging with new and existing clients, whether that be on the phone, teams or in person.

Amongst looking after his 2-year-old spaniel (which is easier said than done!), Ryan loves following Liverpool FC and perfecting his golf swing.

Ryan Deleslie

Sales Manager

Nick Taylor

Technical Director

Nick’s role as Group Technical Pre-Sales Director began in January 2023 after years of working alongside Networks Centre as a customer.

Day-to-day, Nick provides pre-sales and technical assistance to ensure the right products and services are selected. Most of his day is spent talking to customers, understanding project requirements and making recommendations. With a BISCI RCDD and NTS certification under his belt, Nick ensures customers get the best possible solution for their projects.

When he’s not applying his expertise to complex technical challenges, Nick is a keen tennis and snooker player with a love for fast cars and family camping trips!

Alison joined Networks Centre in 2007 as the Operations & Finance Manager and is now Finance and Commercial Director. She previously worked in the finance departments of both large corporates and SME businesses.
In her day to day role, Alison employs her strong commercial background and more than 30 years’ experience in the finance and insurance industries, to manage all company finances. She is MICB certified and a long-standing member of the Institute of certified bookkeepers.
In her spare time Alison enjoys spending time with her family, walking and horse riding with her two daughters.

Alison Jackman

Operations Director

Katie Johnson

Commercial Director

After joining the company in 2008 as Office Administrator, Katie has progressed through several roles in the purchasing department of the business before being promoted to the role of Procurement Director in 2020.
Overseeing all manners of the Purchasing operations and a team who are responsible for all purchasing for the Networks Centre Group, Katie brings a vast wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry and business operations. Obtaining CIPS Level 2 Advanced Certificate in 2017. Katie’s eye for detail, strong negotiation skills, reporting and logistical knowledge truly set her as a standout leader in her field and an integral asset to the business.
Outside of work, family is her core focus, spending quality time with her young son. In between work and Mum life, Katie has a passion for gardening, baking and all things holistic, so much so, she is also currently studying Holistic Health Practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track my order?

Call us with your order or PO reference and we will tell you where your order is. Please call Customer Service on 01634 291191

Do you deliver outside the UK?

Yes, we offer worldwide shipping. Please call customer services on 01634 291191

What delivery options do you offer?

We offer a range of different delivery services with all standard domestic consignments sent using TNT. Our four main delivery services are Standard Next Day, Pre 12 pm delivery, Pre 10.30 am delivery and Pre 9.00 am delivery (Please call for pricing) we also offer bespoke delivery arrangements for larger and more complicated consignments

When is the latest time I can place an order?

We accept orders up until 5pm Monday to Friday, with guaranteed next day delivery on all stock items. If an item is not in stock, we will source it for you as soon as possible and send it out immediately when it arrives. For complicated cable orders with several cuts, for example, we recommend that you order as soon as possible during the day, and ideally, before 4pm, to ensure next day delivery.

What happens if you don’t stock the product I want?

We are constantly expanding our product range but if you still can't find what you’re looking for please call us on 01634 291191

What happens if my Account Manager is unavailable?

In the instance that your Account Manager is not available, you will be looked after by another member of our dedicated and highly trained team all of whom are fully qualified and experienced and can answer any questions you may have on your account or on our products.

How does the quote function work?

Our quote function is simple. Either log in or register for an account and start adding products to your basket. Once you're happy, hit send and one of our Account Managers will review your basket, update pricing and send your quote back to you. If you have any questions about how our quote function works, or if you'd like to discuss your order with one of the team then feel free to get in touch by phone on 01634 291191 or by email at sales@commscentre.com