CEO , UST
WHY: Helms Aliso Viejo-based global tech services firm UST; has more than 25 years of experience leading high-growth organizations. Strongly advocates a customer-first strategy and solving customers’ business problems applying technology and industry expertise. Résumé also includes posts at FirstApex, GE Global Research.
IN THE NEWS: UST acquired MobileComm of Dallas, increasing its footprint in the global telecom market. Calls it a very significant and critical purchase.
NOTABLE: One of Orange County’s largest privately held tech services firms. Had more than 30,000 employees at the end of June, with another 1,300 to be added from MobileComm.