Leadership transitions often signal a new chapter for technology companies, particularly those focused on expanding their market presence and strengthening customer relationships. For Blackbird IT, the appointment of Kelly Griffin as Chief Executive Officer marks another milestone as the company continues its growth following its acquisition by Evergreen and Lyra Technology.
Griffin brings more than 25 years of experience across cloud computing, enterprise technology, and managed services, positioning him to lead Blackbird IT through its next stage of development.
A Leadership Transition Focused on Growth
Griffin joins Blackbird IT after serving for more than two years as General Manager of Sales, Technology, Service Delivery, and Alliances at DNX Solutions. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership positions across some of the technology industry’s most recognized organizations.
His experience includes roles at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Rancher Labs, Bulletproof, Telstra, Dell, Datacom, Dimension Data, SMS Management and Consulting, SI Partners, Comunet, and Ord Minnett.
The breadth of his background spans cloud infrastructure, enterprise transformation, customer success, and technology consulting, providing experience across multiple areas of the enterprise technology ecosystem.
Building on a Strong Foundation
In announcing his appointment on LinkedIn, Griffin acknowledged the work of Blackbird IT founders Richard Stafford and Ben Corbett, recognizing the foundation they built over the years.
He noted that leading the company is both a privilege and a responsibility, adding that he intends to build on the culture and values already established by the organization.
Griffin also emphasized his commitment to listening first, understanding the business, and working alongside employees as the company enters its next phase.
Continuing a Customer-First Approach
Addressing customers and partners, Griffin reaffirmed that Blackbird IT’s mission extends beyond maintaining technology environments.
Instead, he highlighted the company’s focus on helping organizations use technology to achieve broader business objectives, positioning IT as an enabler of long-term growth rather than simply an operational function.
He also described Blackbird IT’s purpose as helping people and organizations realize their potential, a philosophy he said aligns closely with his own leadership approach.
Supporting the Company’s Next Chapter
Blackbird IT also stated that its strategic direction remains unchanged following the leadership transition.
The company said it will continue helping organizations move forward with clarity, confidence, and technology solutions designed to support business outcomes.
Griffin’s appointment follows Blackbird IT’s acquisition by Evergreen and its operating company Lyra Technology, a move that expanded the company’s access to resources while maintaining its local leadership and customer focus.
As demand for cloud services, cybersecurity, managed IT, and digital transformation continues to grow, experienced leadership remains an important factor for technology providers looking to scale while maintaining strong customer relationships.
With Kelly Griffin now leading the business, Blackbird IT begins its next chapter with an emphasis on operational excellence, customer engagement, and long-term growth.