Macquarie Telecom has welcomed back Mike King as its new National Sales Director, marking his third return to the company. A seasoned leader in Australia’s telecom and cloud market, King brings more than 20 years of experience in enterprise sales across major industry players.
Extensive Industry Experience
Most recently, King served as Head of Enterprise and Government Sales at TPG Telecom. He has also held senior roles at NTT Communications ICT Solutions and Optus, building a career centered on helping enterprises adopt advanced telecom and technology solutions.
His history with Macquarie dates back to 2011, when he joined as NSW State Sales Manager. He later returned in 2018, staying until 2021 before taking on leadership roles elsewhere. His third appointment signals both continuity and renewed focus for Macquarie Telecom.
A Customer-First Approach
In discussing his new role, King pointed to the challenges many enterprises face when dealing with larger telcos.
“Many large telcos continue to overcharge and underdeliver. This will only worsen as the big players favour their core offerings while abandoning the products and services customers have long relied on,” he said.
King believes Macquarie Telecom is well positioned to challenge this trend. The company continues to invest heavily in its managed technology portfolio, spanning SD-WAN, SASE, cloud services, cybersecurity, and data centre offerings.
“Macquarie has always solved complex customer challenges,” King added. “We’re set apart by the strength of our people and our ability to bring telco, cloud, and security under one roof—giving customers real advantages.”
Growth Within the Macquarie Technology Group
His appointment comes at a time when Macquarie Technology Group is accelerating investments in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data centres. King noted that the company’s stability and discipline allow it to make strategic growth decisions while maintaining a focus on customer outcomes.
Beyond strategy, King emphasized culture as a cornerstone of success:
“People join organisations because they believe it can enable their careers while delivering value to customers. Macquarie creates that environment, and that’s why the opportunities here are exciting for anyone in the industry.”
Backed by Leadership
Luke Clifton, Group Executive at Macquarie Telecom, welcomed King’s return, highlighting both his track record and his alignment with the company’s values.
“Mike’s track record speaks volumes, and he truly embodies the qualities Macquarie is renowned for,” Clifton said. “He knows the business inside out, making this a natural fit. His positive and creative approach will be felt across our employees, customers, and partners as we move into the next phase of growth.”
Strengthening Macquarie’s Market Position
With his deep sector knowledge and familiarity with Macquarie’s operations, King’s reappointment underscores the company’s commitment to expanding its presence in enterprise telecoms and managed services. His leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in driving growth and positioning Macquarie as a stronger alternative to traditional telcos.