CSG heralds new growth era with newly-minted CEO

KUALA LUMPUR: CSG has welcomed Brian Shepherd into his new post as chief executive officer (CEO), effective Jan 1, beginning a new era of growth, innovation, inclusiveness, and diversification on the back of a successful 2020 for the company.

Shepherd, who since 2016 has been integral to the company’s strategic growth as executive vice-president and group president, was selected to succeed Bret Griess in August last year.

He is based in and works out of the company’s global headquarters in Denver, according to a statement.

“As multiple industry verticals evolve at a recordbreaking pace, Brian’s depth of experience combined with his energy, entrepreneurial spirit and executive acumen uniquely position him to take CSG to the next level,” said CSG board

As multiple industry verticals evolve at a record-breaking pace, Brian’s depth of experience combined with his energy, entrepreneurial spirit and executive acumen uniquely position him to take CSG to the next level. Don Reed

chairman, Don Reed.

Meanwhile, Shepherd is honoured to lead the company into its next phase of growth and evolution.

“CSG’s proven capabilities and strong track record of helping solve our customers’ biggest business challenges create a strong foundation as we focus on building a bigger, better, and more future-ready company.”

Recognised for his passion in creating and fostering a values-based, results-driven culture, Shepherd is known for his ability to lead and grow profitable businesses engaged in enterprise SaaS and cloudbased solutions.

He brings extensive global sales, services and delivery, strategy, corporate development, and marketing expertise to the CEO role for CSG.

An experienced technology veteran, Shepherd has held leadership positions at TeleTech, Amdocs, DST Innovis and McKinsey & Company, among others. — Bernama