IBM man to power Capula
23 Jul 2007
Capula, the UK's leading advanced automation and real-time business intelligence company to the nuclear, power generation and utility industries has appointed Nick Temple, the former Chief Executive of IBM UK, as its new Chairman. Capula was the subject of a £30 million buyout backed by Dunedin in August 2006.
Roger Turner, Chief Executive of Capula, commented: “Since the secondary buy-out from Bridgepoint six months ago, Dunedin has proved to be a supportive investor. The appointment of Nick as Chairman demonstrates Dunedin's and Capula's determination to grow the business.
The skills he brings will undoubtedly help us to improve business performance and look at the growth strategy with a fresh perspective.”
Nick Temple added: “Capula is a great business with many blue chip customers, and is renowned for its innovation, product delivery, quality and safety. Like any business there are opportunities to develop further its product offering and growth prospects. It is my intention to work closely with the management team to see how we can make it a world class business.”
Nick started his career at IBM Corporation in 1965, rising to become Chief Executive of IBM UK in 1992 and its Chairman in 1994. He was also Vice President, Market Strategy & Development for Europe, Middle East and Africa from 1995. He had previously held senior positions within the company in the USA, Germany and France.
After leaving IBM to pursue a plural career, Nick has held a number of executive and non-executive directorships, including Electrocomponents plc, Datacash Group plc, 4Imprint Group plc, Datatec and Fox IT. He is currently Chairman of Retail Business Solutions, TCSL and Fox IT.
Nick Temple, Chairman of Capula Limited
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