Mitch De Geest, CEO of Citymesh, has been named ICT Personality of the Year by Datanews. The prestigious award was presented by the Datanews editorial team during the Datanews Awards of Excellence in Brussels.
Citymesh has established itself as the go-to connectivity partner across various sectors, including industry, public services, education, healthcare, and smart cities. Over the past 20 years, under Mitch's strong vision and dedication to innovation, Citymesh has transformed into a full-fledged telecom operator for the B2B market. Following the acquisition of spectrum in June 2022, Citymesh also played a pivotal role in the launch of DIGI, the new telecom operator for consumers.
"I am absolutely honoured to receive this award," says Mitch. "When I embarked on this journey in 2006, we had a clear vision for wireless connectivity. It's incredible to see how we have grown step by step, initially in niche markets and increasingly as a challenger to established IT and telecom players. Now, as we prepare to launch Belgium's fourth telecom operator, it's a unique experience that aligns perfectly with our ambitions."
Mitch is not resting on his laurels and has ambitious plans for both Citymesh and DIGI. Mitch elaborates: "We aim to further grow Citymesh by offering an integrated B2B product portfolio that includes fixed and mobile subscriptions, private 5G networks, Wi-Fi, IoT, and even drones. We will launch DIGI in mid-2024 with the goal of challenging the market with fair prices, excellent network quality, and exceptional customer service. These are exciting times for our teams. This recognition is an appreciation for all of us."
"I also want to take this moment to thank everyone who has continued to believe that a small player can indeed make a difference. Above all, I am incredibly proud of the many Citymesh and DIGI colleagues who give their best every day. Without their dedication, we could never have achieved such a significant societal impact."
