Iona appoints VP of professional services

Iona Technologies has announced the appointment of James Watson as the new vice president of professional services.

Mr Watson joined Iona in 1999 when Aurora Technologies, the consultancy group he founded, was acquired by Iona.

Since then he has served in roles of technical director and vice president of engineering, and most recently as vice president of platform and infrastructure.

As vice president, Mr Watson will oversee Iona professional services' business and engagement models for consultancy, training, and partner-based activities worldwide.

Iona professional services provides educational, product consultancy and solutions architecture services to Iona customers and partners, as well as to the company's internal field organizations.

Commenting on the appointment, CEO Barry Morris said: "Jim is an experienced and seasoned industry veteran who understands integration, and I am confident he will drive Iona professional services to a position of leadership and profitability."