Nick Smith

CEO

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom19 yrs 7 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Led a digital signage revolution in the UK.
  • Holds over 200 patents in consumer electronics.
  • Established a leading digital advertising network.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Digital Media and Consumer Electronics with a focus on innovative advertising solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Digital MediaTechnology ConvergenceMarketing StrategyOutdoor AdvertisingDigital SignageBrand Management

Other Skills

PatentsLicensingTechnologyConsumer ElectronicsR&DProduct DevelopmentDigital Out Of Home AdvertisingBrand EngagementExperiential SolutionsLED TechnologySports MarketingDigital MarketingSales ManagementAdvertisingIntegrated Marketing

About

Nick Smith is the CEO of Birmingham-based Fast Track 100 firm Elonex, a leading manufacturer of LED Display Systems and an influential UK Digital Outdoor Media owner. Elonex has lead a revolution in the digital signage market over recent years and has created the fastest growing network of digital advertising billboards in the UK. Elonex engage with businesses of all sizes to deliver Digital Out of Home marketing campaigns that maximise brand awareness, drive sales and accelerate business growth. With more than 30 years successful history, Elonex built its reputation as leaders in digital display technology by driving innovation in the computer and consumer electronics sector. Elonex was responsible for launching the very first Smart TVs, eBooks and tablets in the UK, before embarking on its journey in the Digital Out of Home marketplace where it has enjoyed rapid business growth due to its expertise in delivering the most effective platforms from which other businesses can also quickly grow and prosper.

Experience

Neafs

Media Director

Oct 2022Present · 3 yrs 6 mos · Hybrid

Nspcc

Pioneer

Jan 2021Present · 5 yrs 3 mos · London, England, United Kingdom

Coutts

Coutts Client Council

Jan 2020Mar 2023 · 3 yrs 2 mos · London, England, United Kingdom

Ikon gallery

Board Member / Director / Trustee / Risk Committee

Jan 2018Present · 8 yrs 3 mos · Birmingham

  • Ikon Gallery is one of Britain's foremost galleries for presenting innovative contemporary visual arts. Renowned nationally and internationally for its exhibition, education and off-site programmes, it has received numerous awards and prizes in recognition of its commitment to increasing access to challenging new art work.
  • Ikon Gallery is a registered educational charity and a member of Plus Tate network.

Apricot consumer technology

Global Rights Holder

Nov 2011Present · 14 yrs 5 mos · Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • ACT started life in 1965 as a computer bureau and entered the personal computer market with Europe’s first 16-bit microcomputer in 1982 followed shortly after by IBM with the IBM PC.
  • In 1983 Apricot pioneered the first computer with 3½” floppy disk drives and in 1984 led the industry with a twin-disk machine and integrated 5Mbytes Winchester, the progression carried on with the world’s first computer with 80-column, 25-line liquid crystal displays.
  • By 1985 Apricot dominated 30% of the UK’s Personal Computer market and carried the iconic fruit branding.
  • 2013 has seen Apricot embark on some major industry alliances that will result in two revolutionary product launches for Q4.
  • Apricot “The Fruiture of Smart Technology”

Elonex sport plc

CEO

Feb 2011Present · 15 yrs 2 mos · Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • Manufacturer & Supplier of high quality LED Perimeter boards and big screens to the sports industry, via Elonex International.
  • The company was formed in 2011 with an initial investment of £2m and over a short period became one of the UK market leaders in this technology. The success resulted from innovative financing solutions to the clubs coupled with an ongoing R&D + development package ensuring the Clubs pioneering in technology and fan experience.
LED TechnologySports MarketingR&DDigital SignageBrand Management

Booh media plc

Chief Executive Officer

Feb 2011Aug 2025 · 14 yrs 6 mos · Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Elonex outdoor media

Chairman of the Board

Jan 2011Present · 15 yrs 3 mos · Birmingham, United Kingdom

  • Elonex operate a unique Digital Out Of Home Advertising Network, which stretches across multiple lifestyle environments to make it easy for businesses of all sizes to reach, target and engage with the most clearly defined audiences.
  • Creating market leading propositions, the Elonex UK Digital Network includes large-format Roadside LED advertising billboards, digital screens at Motorway Service Areas, digital screens at major Entertainment Venues and Shopping Malls, and digital screens at many of our best known Sports Stadiums.
  • Elonex also deliver Digital Display technology at large-scale, outdoor City Events and work closely with influential brands to create engaging Experiential solutions.
  • With a long and successful history of developing and advancing new technology, bringing new e-concepts to market and leading modern day innovation, Elonex is committed to building brands, propelling brand messages and maximising brand engagement through the power of high impact digital display communication.
Digital Out Of Home AdvertisingBrand EngagementExperiential SolutionsOutdoor AdvertisingDigital Signage

Elonex

2 roles

CEO

Promoted

Oct 2006Present · 19 yrs 6 mos

  • Established in 1986 and proud to supply the “Best of British” for 30 years. Elonex products are now available across the globe with the head office in the UK and regional offices serving customers across EMEA, Asia, India, Australasia & South Africa.
  • Extensive R&D has allowed Elonex to develop a varied portfolio of innovative consumer electronics. Elonex holds a bank of over 200 patents, including ‘PowerSave’ standard in all monitors.
  • Elonex Technology is utilised by all major vendors including Apple, Sony and Samsung.
Consumer ElectronicsR&DProduct DevelopmentDigital MediaMarketing Strategy

Global Rights Holder

Sep 2006Present · 19 yrs 7 mos

  • Elonex holds over 60 original patents covering a wealth of technology, from energy saving techniques to fundamental computer, circuit, interface and communication designs.
  • Our technology is licensed to other manufacturers worldwide, making products used by millions of people on a daily basis. An active licensing programme provides additional financial stability and the reassurance of a solid IT partner. License agreements have already been signed with
  • Apple
  • Hewlett Packard
  • Hitachi
  • Siemens
  • Viewsonic/Mag
  • Nokia
  • Philips
  • Mitsubishi
  • Sanyo
PatentsLicensingTechnologyDigital MediaTechnology Convergence

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