Andrew Crawford Appointed as General Manager of Business Development at Digital Island
Auckland, New Zealand — 1 September 2025.
Digital Island, a leader in cloud communications and contact centre innovation, is accelerating its growth trajectory with the appointment of Andrew Crawford as General Manager of Business Development, effective 1 September 2025. With a future-ready technology portfolio and deep expertise in bespoke collaboration solutions, Digital Island is uniquely positioned to help New Zealand businesses realise their customer experience and digital transformation ambitions.
Andrew brings over 15 years of senior leadership experience, most recently as Head of Sales at Kordia NZ, where he led national sales strategy across cybersecurity, cloud, and connectivity. His customer-centric approach and deep understanding of enterprise challenges will empower Digital Island clients to unlock the full potential of AI-enabled communications, omnichannel engagement, and scalable CX platforms. “Andrew’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Digital Island’s growth journey,” said Leon Sheehan, CEO of Digital Island. “His deep industry expertise, strategic mindset, and passion for coaching and mentorship will be invaluable as we expand our partnerships and elevate our customer experience.”
“Digital Island is a proven brand in New Zealand and I’m thrilled to be part of shaping its future. I look forward to applying my expertise to help deliver innovative technology solutions that improve customer experience for Kiwi businesses. As AI and next-generation networking reshape the market, our focus will be on building stronger customer relationships, driving sustainable growth, and creating real value for our customers and partners.”, said Andrew Crawford, General Manager of Business Development at Digital Island
Andrew will lead Digital Island’s commercial growth strategy, partner ecosystem, and enterprise sales initiatives. His leadership will be instrumental in helping clients navigate the evolving CX landscape, harness emerging technologies, and build future-proof communication environments. Andrew will be based in Auckland and joins Digital Island at a time of exciting transformation, as they continue to scale.
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Iulius Toma
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