Stone Group announces new leadership

Chief revenue and marketing officer set to step up as Simon Harbridge’s successor

Converge Technology Solutions-owned Stone Group’s CEO, Simon Harbridge, is set to leave the business effective at the end of this year.

Harbridge, who has been with Stone Group since 2005, has led the company through a significant transformation, growing it from a £38m education-focused original equipment manufacturer (OEM) into a £146m IT solutions provider, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and circular technology.

Tim Westbrook, current chief revenue and marketing officer (pictured), will succeed Harbridge as the Converge UK managing director starting January 1, 2025.

Westbrook, who joined Stone Group in 2018, has a deep background in senior leadership across Europe, North America, and APAC.

During his tenure, he has been instrumental in steering Stone’s growth in the education and public sectors, along with expanding its footprint in the UK SMB and enterprise markets.

Reflecting on his tenure, Harbridge expressed pride in the company’s growth and readiness for a leadership transition.

“It has been two years since Stone was acquired by Converge Technology Solutions, and, having overseen the integration, now is the perfect time for the company to transition leadership,” he said.

"We’re looking forward to the evolution of Converge UK that will continue under Tim Westbrook’s leadership,” added Converge CEO Greg Berard.