Our Story

Built for clarity. Designed for change.

A clear purpose

Digital Space was founded on a clear purpose: to make technology work harder for the businesses that rely on it without the jargon, without the drama, and without losing sight of what really matters.

In a market crowded with complexity, we chose simplicity. In an industry driven by hype, we chose outcomes. And in a world of shifting risks, priorities and expectations, we chose to be the partner who helps organisations adapt with confidence.

From our roots as a managed services provider to our evolution into a strategic digital transformation partner, we’ve grown by staying true to our customers and building a team you can count on. Meet our Leadership Team to learn more about the people behind the progress.

Our mission

To be known as the UK’s most customer-driven managed service provider.

Our vision

We make technology work harder, help businesses achieve more, and build partnerships that stand the test of time.

Our leadership

Our leaders bring together expertise in technology, transformation and customer success. Each member contributes a different perspective and background, but all share the same commitment to helping businesses grow and adapt in a changing world.

They shape our direction, build our culture and ensure that we deliver clear outcomes for our clients.

Stewart Holness

Executive Chairman

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Stewart joined Digital Space in 2024, bringing extensive experience from a diverse portfolio of chairman roles.

With a proven track record of guiding organisations through growth and transformation, Stewart offers strategic leadership and a fresh perspective to the business. His vision is focused on driving innovation, strengthening governance, and enabling Digital Space to achieve its long-term ambitions.

Stewart’s expertise and forward-thinking approach ensure the company continues to evolve and deliver value for its people, customers, and stakeholders.

Tim Emly

Chief Financial Officer

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Tim joined Digital Space in 2025 as Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 20 years of experience in the media and technology sectors. He has a proven track record of leading finance teams in fast-paced, global, and acquisitive environments, delivering meaningful results for both teams and stakeholders.

Passionate about driving value and transformation, Tim combines vision, strategy, and execution to strengthen financial performance and support wider business growth. As a highly motivated leader and team player, he is recognised for his ability to inspire confidence and foster collaboration at every level, ensuring finance remains a trusted partner across the organisation.

Richard Beeston

Chief Technology & Operating Officer

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Richard joined Digital Space in 2023 as Chief Technology Officer and is a member of the Executive Board. With extensive experience across the IT and telecommunications industry, Richard has worked with multiple technologies, markets, and business functions, giving him a broad perspective on delivering value through technology and operations.

Focused and outcome-driven, Richard has a proven track record of driving transformation and achieving results that enable growth. He combines strategic vision with a pragmatic approach to execution, ensuring that Digital Space continues to innovate while maintaining operational excellence.

Nathan Steadman

Solutions & Strategy Director

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Nathan joined Digital Space in 2020 and is now Director of Solutions and Strategy, leading the go-to-market functions spanning Technical Sales, Product and Trading, Solution Engineering, Bid Management, and Marketing.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT and telecommunications industry, he has held roles across various leading Managed Service Providers and ISPs. His background spans multiple technologies, markets, and commercial functions, giving him a broad perspective on delivering effective solutions.

Wendy Broughton

Chief Sales Officer

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Wendy joined Digital Space in 2023 as Sales Director, bringing nearly 20 years of experience helping enterprise customers harness technology to achieve meaningful business outcomes. Wendy was appointed Chief Sales officer in 2026. She has a strong track record of leading high-performing sales teams in the IT and telecoms sectors, with a focus on building trusted client relationships and delivering innovative solutions that drive growth and transformation.

As a senior sales leader, Wendy combines strategic insight with a customer-first mindset to ensure Digital Space continues to expand its market presence while supporting organisations to achieve their goals. A passionate advocate for women in technology, she actively champions diversity in leadership and is committed to mentoring and inspiring the next generation of female talent.

Jess Henry

Chief of Staff

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Jess joined in 2016 and now plays a pivotal role as Chief of Staff, shaping and driving the effectiveness of the Executive Team. She leads on aligning strategic priorities, ensuring clarity of direction, pace of execution, and accountability across the organisation.

Jess operates at the centre of decision-making, bringing structure, focus, and momentum to key initiatives while enabling the business to respond quickly and effectively to emerging challenges and opportunities.

A partner for progress

We don’t do off-the-shelf. We shape services around your goals, your sector and your pace of change. Whether you're migrating to the cloud, improving your security posture or supporting hybrid working, we tailor every solution to your world.

And it’s not just about technology. It’s about doing things properly. That’s why we hold leading Accreditations, from ISO 27001 to Cyber Essentials Plus — and why we’re committed to meaningful ESG and Sustainability outcomes, including an 80% reduction in our carbon emissions since 2020.

Why choose Digital Space?

We make the complex simple

We cut through the noise to help you make clear, confident decisions — backed by insight, not sales spin.

We deliver real results

From reducing costs to improving customer experience, we measure success by the outcomes that matter to you.

We act as one team

We’re dependable, pragmatic, and easy to work with — the kind of partner your team actually wants around.

We stay ahead of change

From cyber threats to shifting customer expectations, we help you stay ready for whatever comes next.

We’re trusted by the UK’s best

From NHS organisations to national brands, we’ve built long-term partnerships based on trust, delivery, and impact. See what we've achieved in our Awards.

Connect with Digital Space today

Explore how we can transform your business. Our tailored solutions have consistently delivered measurable results, helping customers overcome their challenges.