Digerati Technologies Inc. Announces the Passing of CEO Arthur L. Smith
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI) announced the passing of its Founder and CEO Arthur L. Smith on February 16, 2025. The company, which provides cloud services specializing in UCaaS solutions for the SMB market, is implementing leadership continuity measures following this loss.
Board Chairman Craig K. Clement, who had worked with Smith since 1988, shared memories of their collaborative efforts in communications technologies, including work with GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB) and satellite-based communications during telecom deregulation throughout Latin America.
The Board of Directors will temporarily assume CEO responsibilities while an interim CEO is identified and appointed. This ensures continuity in leadership and maintains the strategic vision established under Smith's guidance.
Digerati Technologies operates through its subsidiary Verve Cloud, Inc., providing cloud PBX, telephony, WAN, call center, and mobile solutions to small businesses. The company has developed an integration platform to fuel mergers and acquisitions in its fragmented market.
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI) ha annunciato la scomparsa del suo Fondatore e CEO Arthur L. Smith il 16 febbraio 2025. L'azienda, che fornisce servizi cloud specializzati in soluzioni UCaaS per il mercato delle piccole e medie imprese, sta implementando misure di continuità nella leadership dopo questa perdita.
Il Presidente del Consiglio Craig K. Clement, che ha lavorato con Smith dal 1988, ha condiviso ricordi dei loro sforzi collaborativi nelle tecnologie della comunicazione, inclusi i lavori con GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB) e le comunicazioni satellitari durante la deregolamentazione delle telecomunicazioni in tutta l'America Latina.
Il Consiglio di Amministrazione assumerà temporaneamente le responsabilità del CEO mentre viene identificato e nominato un CEO ad interim. Questo assicura continuità nella leadership e mantiene la visione strategica stabilita sotto la guida di Smith.
Digerati Technologies opera attraverso la sua controllata Verve Cloud, Inc., fornendo soluzioni di cloud PBX, telefonia, WAN, call center e mobile alle piccole imprese. L'azienda ha sviluppato una piattaforma di integrazione per alimentare fusioni e acquisizioni nel suo mercato frammentato.
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI) anunció el fallecimiento de su Fundador y CEO Arthur L. Smith el 16 de febrero de 2025. La empresa, que proporciona servicios en la nube especializados en soluciones UCaaS para el mercado de pequeñas y medianas empresas, está implementando medidas de continuidad en el liderazgo tras esta pérdida.
El Presidente de la Junta Craig K. Clement, quien trabajó con Smith desde 1988, compartió recuerdos de sus esfuerzos colaborativos en tecnologías de comunicación, incluyendo trabajos con GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB) y comunicaciones basadas en satélites durante la desregulación de telecomunicaciones en toda América Latina.
La Junta Directiva asumirá temporalmente las responsabilidades del CEO mientras se identifica y nombra a un CEO interino. Esto asegura continuidad en el liderazgo y mantiene la visión estratégica establecida bajo la dirección de Smith.
Digerati Technologies opera a través de su subsidiaria Verve Cloud, Inc., proporcionando soluciones de PBX en la nube, telefonía, WAN, centros de llamadas y móviles a pequeñas empresas. La empresa ha desarrollado una plataforma de integración para impulsar fusiones y adquisiciones en su mercado fragmentado.
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI)는 2025년 2월 16일 창립자이자 CEO인 Arthur L. Smith의 별세를 발표했습니다. 중소기업 시장을 위한 UCaaS 솔루션에 특화된 클라우드 서비스를 제공하는 이 회사는 이번 손실에 따른 리더십 연속성 조치를 시행하고 있습니다.
1988년부터 Smith와 함께 일해온 이사회 의장 Craig K. Clement는 통신 기술 분야에서의 협력 노력에 대한 추억을 나누었으며, 여기에는 GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB)와 라틴 아메리카의 통신 규제 완화 기간 동안의 위성 기반 통신 작업이 포함됩니다.
이사회는 임시 CEO가 선정되고 임명될 때까지 CEO의 책임을 일시적으로 맡게 됩니다. 이는 리더십의 연속성을 보장하고 Smith의 지침 하에 설정된 전략적 비전을 유지합니다.
Digerati Technologies는 자회사 Verve Cloud, Inc.를 통해 클라우드 PBX, 전화, WAN, 콜센터 및 모바일 솔루션을 소기업에 제공하고 있습니다. 이 회사는 분산된 시장에서 인수합병을 촉진하기 위한 통합 플랫폼을 개발했습니다.
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI) a annoncé le décès de son Fondateur et PDG Arthur L. Smith le 16 février 2025. L'entreprise, qui fournit des services cloud spécialisés dans les solutions UCaaS pour le marché des PME, met en œuvre des mesures de continuité de leadership à la suite de cette perte.
Le Président du Conseil Craig K. Clement, qui a travaillé avec Smith depuis 1988, a partagé des souvenirs de leurs efforts collaboratifs dans les technologies de communication, y compris des travaux avec GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB) et des communications par satellite lors de la déréglementation des télécommunications en Amérique latine.
Le Conseil d'Administration assumera temporairement les responsabilités du PDG en attendant l'identification et la nomination d'un PDG intérimaire. Cela garantit la continuité du leadership et maintient la vision stratégique établie sous la direction de Smith.
Digerati Technologies opère par l'intermédiaire de sa filiale Verve Cloud, Inc., fournissant des solutions de PBX cloud, de téléphonie, de WAN, de centre d'appels et mobiles aux petites entreprises. L'entreprise a développé une plateforme d'intégration pour alimenter les fusions et acquisitions dans son marché fragmenté.
Digerati Technologies (OTC: DTGI) gab den Tod seines Gründers und CEO Arthur L. Smith am 16. Februar 2025 bekannt. Das Unternehmen, das Cloud-Dienste anbietet, die sich auf UCaaS-Lösungen für den SMB-Markt spezialisiert haben, setzt nach diesem Verlust Maßnahmen zur Kontinuität der Führung um.
Der Vorsitzende des Vorstands Craig K. Clement, der seit 1988 mit Smith zusammengearbeitet hat, teilte Erinnerungen an ihre gemeinsamen Bemühungen im Bereich der Kommunikationstechnologien, einschließlich der Zusammenarbeit mit GlobalSCAPE (NYSE: GSB) und satellitengestützten Kommunikationsdiensten während der Deregulierung der Telekommunikation in ganz Lateinamerika.
Der Vorstand wird vorübergehend die CEO-Verantwortlichkeiten übernehmen, während ein interimistischer CEO identifiziert und ernannt wird. Dies gewährleistet die Kontinuität in der Führung und bewahrt die strategische Vision, die unter Smiths Anleitung festgelegt wurde.
Digerati Technologies operiert über ihre Tochtergesellschaft Verve Cloud, Inc. und bietet kleinen Unternehmen Cloud-PBX, Telefonie, WAN, Callcenter und mobile Lösungen an. Das Unternehmen hat eine Integrationsplattform entwickelt, um Fusionen und Übernahmen in seinem fragmentierten Markt zu fördern.
- Company has established continuity plan with Board assuming CEO responsibilities temporarily
- DTGI has a developed integration platform for M&A in a fragmented market
- Company maintains diverse cloud service offerings including PBX, telephony, WAN, call center, and mobile solutions
- Loss of founder and visionary CEO Arthur L. Smith
- Potential leadership uncertainty during transition period
- Possible strategic direction changes with new leadership
Mr. Smith was a visionary leader whose dedication and unflappable positive spirit propelled the Company forward and left an indelible mark on all who came in contact with him. Mr. Smith has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to developing strong relationships with team members, partners, and clients throughout his career. His caring approach to leadership was an inspiration and constant example to every organization where he was involved.
Digerati's Board Chairman, Craig K. Clement, shared, "I've had the privilege of working with Art on and off since 1988, and it's hard to accept that our long-standing friendship and collaborative efforts have come to such an unexpected end. Together, we pioneered work in communications technologies, Internet software (GlobalSCAPE - NYSE: GSB), and satellite-based voice and data communications (GeoComm and ATSI - AMEX: AI) during the early years of telecom deregulation throughout
Considering this loss, the Board of Directors will assume the responsibilities of the CEO role while an interim CEO is identified and appointed. This measure ensures continuity in leadership and reaffirms our commitment to maintaining the strategic vision and operational excellence established under Mr. Smith's guidance.
The Board of Directors extends its deepest condolences to Mr. Smith's family, friends, colleagues, and the entire Digerati Technologies community during this difficult time. We honor his memory and remain dedicated to upholding the values and legacy he instilled in our organization.
About Digerati Technologies, Inc.
Digerati Technologies, Inc. (OTC: DTGI) is a provider of cloud services specializing in UCaaS solutions for the SMB market. Through its operating subsidiary Verve Cloud, Inc. (vervecloud.com), the Company is meeting the global needs of small businesses seeking simple, flexible, reliable, and cost-effective communication and network solutions including cloud PBX, cloud telephony, cloud WAN, cloud call center, cloud mobile, and the delivery of digital oxygen on its broadband network. The Company has developed a robust integration platform to fuel mergers and acquisitions in a highly fragmented market, as it delivers business solutions on its carrier-grade network and Only in the Cloud™. For more information, please visit www.digerati-inc.com and follow DTGI on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.
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