Six Degrees is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Drolet as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Tony Healy as its new Chief Information and Technology Officer (CITO).

Both appointments bring an impressive track record to Six Degrees.

As the Chief Operating Officer, Mike is focused heavily on the transformation and delivery of technology and services to the customers.

Extensive experience

With extensive global experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge in the deployment of innovative technology

With extensive global experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge in the deployment of innovative technology and the delivery of strong, customer-centric results.

Mike has held multiple COO positions within the technology, professional services, and consulting industries, and his tenure includes global roles with Geometric Results, Inc (GRI), Pontoon (a subsidiary of the Adecco Group), Infocrossing (a Wipro Company), and Deloitte.

New CITO

Tony is an award-winning Chief Information and Technology Officer with a proven track record of leading global technology functions across complex, fast-paced environments.

He brings extensive experience from multiple private equity-backed organisations operating in pharma, transportation, retail, infrastructure, software, and professional services.

Tony has delivered large-scale digital transformations, executed M&A integrations, and embedded cyber and data strategies that drive measurable business outcomes. He is known for shaping high-performing teams, modernising technology platforms, and aligning innovation with commercial growth.

Drive new innovation

Regarding his new role, Mike Drolet, COO, Six Degrees, said: “I’m delighted to be joining the Six Degrees team as Chief Operating Officer at such a pivotal time. I’m passionate about technology and delivering meaningful outcomes for our customers; I look forward to working with the extremely talented teams at Six Degrees to drive new innovation and deliver cutting-edge services and value to those we serve.”

Ready to meet the future

Tony Healy, CITO, Six Degrees, said: “I’m excited to join Six Degrees as Chief Information and Technology Officer. My focus will be on aligning our technology, cyber security, and product strategies with our broader business goals – delivering successful product launches, improving customer satisfaction, and ultimately driving organic growth.”

I’m particularly passionate about harnessing the potential of data and AI to drive innovation and value for Six Degrees and our customers, and I look forward to shaping agile, high-performing teams that are ready to meet the future head-on.”

Authority comments

Commenting on Mike and Tony’s appointments, Vince DeLuca, CEO, Six Degrees, said: “I’m really pleased to welcome Mike and Tony to Six Degrees. Their appointments will help us to achieve key strategic pillars including delivering for our customers now and in the future; reaching new markets; and elevating our service portfolio.

"With their combined experience in transformation, innovation, and delivery, I believe we now have the right leadership team in place to realise our vision to be the most trusted and innovative managed services partner, empowering our clients’ success.”

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