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Director Retirement and Board Change
Big Technologies plc announces the retirement of CEO Ian Johnson, who joined in April 2025 and oversaw a restructure leading to 12% ARR growth in fiscal year 2025. Charles Lewinton, with fourteen years of experience including significant growth in the Americas with 40% US ARR growth in 2025, will assume the role of Acting CEO while a permanent successor is sought. Ian Johnson will remain until the end of July to ensure a smooth handover. Disclaimer*
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This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014 as it forms part of UK domestic law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 ("MAR"), and is disclosed in accordance with the Company's obligations under Article 17 of MAR 29 June 2026 Big Technologies plc ("Big Technologies" or "the Company" and, together with its subsidiaries, the 'Group') Director Retirement and Board Change Big Technologies plc (AIM: BIG), a leading provider of electronic monitoring solutions, today announces the retirement of Ian Johnson from the Board and the appointment of Charles Lewinton as Acting CEO. Ian Johnson joined the Board of Big Technologies in April 2025, during a challenging time for the Group. Ian was appointed CEO in May 2025, tasked to transition the business while providing stability and strong leadership and experience at a critical period. Ian oversaw the restructure and professionalisation of the business, strengthening the management of the Group and establishing a foundation for a return to growth. Under Ian's leadership, new business momentum has increased, as demonstrated by 12% ARR growth in fiscal year 2025. Ian oversaw the creation of a robust succession plan across the Group, including for the post of CEO. In line with this succession plan, the Board is pleased to announce that Charles Lewinton will assume the role of Acting CEO whilst a formal search process is conducted for a permanent successor. Charles will be included in the formal search process for the permanent appointment. Charles has extensive experience with the Group's clients, products and employees having joined the business pre-IPO, fourteen years ago. Charles has served as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Technology Officer and VP Americas during his time with the Group, demonstrating his broad leadership qualities. Charles has most recently overseen significant growth in the Americas, with US ARR growth at 40% in 2025, ...
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