About
Elevating Connected Human Experiences
C1, the global technology solution provider elevating connected human experiences, is transforming the industry by creating connected experiences that make a lasting impact on customers, our teams, and our communities. More than 6,000 customers use C1 every day to help them build meaningful connections through innovative and secure experiences.
C1 collaborates with many of the Fortune 1000 companies and public sector organizations along with other key global industry partners to deliver solutions with a total lifecycle approach. C1 employs more than 1,000 engineers who collectively hold thousands of industry certifications throughout North America and India, including three Customer Success Centers.
Our Values
Leadership
Jeffrey Russell
Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey Russell
Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey Russell joined C1 in January 2023, having served in various leadership roles across technology and business consulting services for more than 35 years. He brings a proven history of supporting teams to create and implement innovative solutions for clients, building out differentiated industry-based capabilities and strengthening relationships with leading technology ecosystem partners. He was most recently President and CEO of Accenture Canada, where he delivered cross-industry market share growth. He holds BSC and MSC degrees in industrial engineering from the University of Manitoba.
Omar Bhatti
Chief Customer Officer
Omar Bhatti
Chief Customer Officer
Omar Bhatti has more than 15 years of leadership experience in the professional services industry. He joined C1 in 2022 and previously held executive roles at GDIT, CSC, and Accenture. Omar holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from George Mason University, actively supports community STEM initiatives, and has a history of growing public-private partnerships that create resilient talent ecosystems across a full range of next-generation IT services.
John DeLozier
Chief Revenue Officer
John DeLozier
Chief Revenue Officer
John DeLozier leads the C1 sales organization across C1’s portfolio of customer experience, security, and networking solutions. He is a proven industry leader and disruptor in the digital world with more than 25 years of experience in driving customer expansion strategies at Intelisys, 8x8, CenturyLink, Unify, and others, resulting in double-digit, year-over-year growth. His people-first leadership style, industry expertise, and history of building high-growth sales teams position C1 at the forefront of the market. John holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Palm Beach Atlantic University.
Dale R. Gerard
Chief Financial Officer
Dale R. Gerard
Chief Financial Officer
Dale R. Gerard is an accomplished leader with over 25 years of strategic financial and operational experience within the technology and service industries. Most recently, he served as CFO at iFIT, a health and fitness technology company, and brings a wealth of experience from previous senior leadership roles at Vivint Smart Home, American Commercial Lines, and Wabash National.
Rui Goncalves
Chief Legal Officer
Rui Goncalves
Chief Legal Officer
Rui Goncalves has more than 20 years of experience building and leading diverse legal and business teams in the software development, manufacturing, and services industries in the U.S. and abroad. As Chief Legal Officer, Rui oversees all legal functions, including all contracts, risk management, and real estate initiatives, while providing guidance and serving as a part of the executive leadership team. He holds a BS from Seton Hall University, an MBA from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College, and a JD from the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center at Touro University.
Colleen Haberman
Chief Human Resources Officer
Colleen Haberman
Chief Human Resources Officer
Colleen Haberman brings more than 25 years of experience in human resources to her role. She previously held executive roles at Univita Health Inc., BioScrip, Express Scripts, and Prudential Home Mortgage (now Wells Fargo Home Mortgage). Colleen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota.
Candace Holt
Senior Vice President, Strategic Operations
Candace Holt
Senior Vice President, Strategic Operations
Candace Holt serves as Senior Vice President of Strategic Operations at C1. Candace joined C1 in 2023 from Accenture in Canada, where she held roles leading Global Alliances for Accenture’s SAP CX business and, most recently, was the Business Operations lead for the Canadian Market Unit and Chief of Staff to the CEO of Accenture Canada. Prior to her Accenture experience, Candace held leadership roles in Sales, Marketing, and Channel Management with CrossView, Inc. Candace holds a BA in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Meghan Keough
Chief Marketing Officer
Meghan Keough
Chief Marketing Officer
Meghan Keough has more than 20 years of experience in corporate and product marketing, product management, alliances, and business development. As CMO, Meghan increases brand awareness and differentiates C1’s position in the market. Prior to joining C1, she most recently served as Senior Vice President of Corporate and Product Marketing at 8x8, where she repositioned the brand and product portfolio to deliver significant growth. She holds a BS from Boston College and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
Mark Langanki
Chief Technology Officer
Mark Langanki
Chief Technology Officer
As CTO, Mark Langanki spearheads C1's innovations in technology solutions and services. He spent 25 years as the Chief Operating Officer at Spanlink Communications, which we brought on board in 2014. A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Mark has been an instructor there since 1996 and in 2014 assumed the role of Associate Program Director.
Viral Tripathi
Chief Information Officer
Viral Tripathi
Chief Information Officer
Viral Tripathi is a global technology leader known for his expertise in digital transformation leveraging AI, Cloud, and Data. As CIO at C1, he is focused on advancing innovation, building high-performing teams, and implementing scalable technology solutions. Viral has held senior leadership roles at Ascendion, KPMG, and Associated Press (AP), where he led complex transformative initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth. He holds an Executive MBA from the University of Cambridge, along with degrees in Mathematics and CS, bringing a blend of technical acumen and strategic vision.
Our History
Over the past decade, we've made numerous acquisitions. As technology has grown and expanded, so have we. Each and every move we've made has been done with the goal of serving our clients better. We've added new capabilities, gained experience in pertinent industries and expanded geographically to better suit our clients' needs.