September 2011

Global IT innovator Netbox Blue continues its expansion with the appointment of Ross Hanson as General Manager for Australia and New Zealand. Mr Hanson will oversee operations throughout Australia and New Zealand, and continue to build partnerships with leaders and innovators in the IT security arena. Netbox Blue has existing, long standing partnerships with IBM, Apple, VMware and a number of other major technology players.

Mr Hanson brings a wealth of knowledge and experience of the IT industry to Netbox Blue, with previous success in senior management roles within the software and telecommunications industry. Mr Hanson additionally has a proven track record in building large IT teams and delivering significant corporate and government sales. As an entrepreneur, Mr Hanson has had major success in building local offices for national and global, publicly listed organisations plus he has built his own software business which was later sold to a US based venture capital firm. 

 “I am proud to be joining Netbox Blue at this amazing time in the company’s growth.  With a unique position as a global leader in Social Media Management and a strong history in Internet Security, Netbox Blue is poised for significant growth both locally and internationally and it proves what Australian companies can achieve in the global marketplace". Ross Hanson, Netbox Blue General Manager for Australia & NZ.

Netbox Blue has experienced rapid growth over the past 12 months, in the corporate, government  and education sectors through its extensive network of resellers and business partners coupled with its innovative and unique technology solutions. With the appointment of Mr Hanson, the company is facilitating continued growth and expansion in Australia and New Zealand in all sectors.

“We are delighted to welcome Ross Hanson to the senior management team at a very exciting stage in our growth – both domestically and internationally. Ross has a track record of success and his experience and skills will be a great asset to the company”, Netbox Blue Chairman, John Fison says.

Mr Hanson will be presenting at a series of Netbox Blue Social Media Risk Management seminars in all major capital cities. The next seminar is on Wednesday 12th October in Brisbane city and will provide attendees with a snapshot of both the opportunities and risks that Social Media brings - with a focus on how technology can be utilised to minimise the risks while maximising the benefits.

To register for the upcoming Brisbane city seminar please email events [at] netboxblue [dot] com.

Netbox Blue is a leading provider of innovative internet compliance, management and security solutions. Netbox Blue provides organisations with unique, real-time social media analysis and controls with predictive outcomes and benefits. The company owns granted patents around this unique technology and has other patents in the process of being granted. The company was established in 1999, is privately held and is based in Australia. It has a presence in over 19 countries and has partnerships and distribution agreements with some of the world’s largest IT companies.

For more information contact: Gita Raikar, Promotions Coordinator, Netbox Blue gita [dot] raikar [at] netboxblue [dot] com
Available for interview:
John Fison, Chairman, Netbox Blue
Ross Hanson, General Manager- Australia and New Zealand, Netbox Blue