Chris Lawton

Chris Lawton is an experienced technology executive with a strong background in networking and digital infrastructure. Currently serving as Senior Director of Networking at Dimension Data since October 2015, Chris leads a business unit focused on delivering complex solutions in collaboration with major technology vendors, generating over $650M in revenue. Prior roles include Director of Networking and Data Center Business Unit at Nexus, Senior Director of Solutions at iVision, Senior Practice Director at Presidio Networked Solutions, and President of Network Minded. Early career experience encompasses positions as Chief Technology Officer at Susquehanna Media Co. and Sr. Systems Engineer at Susquehanna Radio Corp., contributing significantly to network infrastructure development and standards. Chris holds a degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Data Communications from Southern College of Technology, and furthered education at the Georgia Institute of Technology.