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Toronto, Canada
Today, WSI, a global leader in providing Internet Consulting
services to small- and medium-sized businesses announced the
appointment of Mr. Ronald McArthur as its new Chief Operating
Officer.
As
one of Canada’s foremost business leaders and corporate strategists,
Mr. McArthur is uniquely qualified to assist WSI in managing its
record setting growth. During his distinguished career, Mr. McArthur
has led diverse management teams with major international public and
private companies.
“We are extremely excited that Ron has accepted this important
position with WSI.” announced Louis Zalany, WSI’s Chief Executive
Officer. “His experience will help us to harness our unparalleled
growth to the benefit of all our stakeholders; including our
Franchisees, staff, and shareholders.”
During his distinguished career as a dynamic leader, coach and
team-builder, Mr. McArthur has developed and implemented strategic
plans for public and private companies focusing on growth, customer
service and employee motivation.
“We are extremely fortunate to have attracted someone like Ron, who
sees the vision of where we are taking WSI.” explained WSI’s
Vice-Chairman Tore Steen. “Ron understands what’s involved in
building a billion dollar company as he’s been there himself, as
President of a 1.2 billion dollar company, with 1600 employees.
That’s the kind of experience that will fit nicely with our
management team.”
As
a sought after expert in the field of Mergers and Acquisitions,
prior to WSI Ron has orchestrated over 60 acquisitions, controlling
an acquisitions war chest of over $150,000,000 at any given time.
“It’s not often that you find an industry leader like WSI who has
yet to draw upon the external financing of public markets.”
proclaimed McArthur. “The fundamentals of the company are extremely
strong. This will open many doors for the company providing options
in both organic and growth through acquisition. There is no question
that we are in the right place at the right time!”
The WSI Board is excited about the many ways that Mr. McArthur will
contribute to the growth and development of the world’s #1 Internet
Consultancy network.
About WSI
WSI, headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is ranked the #1 Internet
Services Business in the world and the 14th fastest-growing
Franchise in the United States. With systems that have been
developed, utilized and proven by over 700 Internet Consultants in
87 countries worldwide, WSI delivers thousands of e-business
solutions to small- and medium-sized businesses annually.
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