Our Team

During the past 24 years our team has been associated with approximately $5 billion of asset financings, including thousands of mobile phone mast lease premiums.

We are experienced, creative, and sceptical of “one-size-fits-all” solutions. If you decide to work with APWireless you will actually meet the members of our team: we are directly involved in structuring each and every transaction.

HEAD OFFICE >> 2nd Floor, 16-18 Conduit Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 6JR

Tony Elliott

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Tony joined the team in June 2017 to oversee the company accounts function in the UK and Ireland. Prior to joining Tony had acted as an external tax and VAT adviser, providing support since the company was originally formed in 2011. Outside of work Tony enjoys hill walking and plays cricket at local league level.

 

LONDON >> 10 Fitzroy Square, Fitzrovia, London W1T 5HP

Kevin Povey

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Kevin has many years’ experience in both telecom site and land acquisition throughout the UK. He opened the London office in January 2014 and is very excited about bringing the Companies’ approach, ethos and integrity to London and the Home Counties. When not in work, Kevin is a very keen golfer and does not let his high handicap get in the way of a good walk! He is happily married with two grown up daughters and whilst lived for many years in Surrey, is now very settled in the Cheshire countryside near the historic City of Chester.

Tony Hutchinson

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Tony has many years’ direct and indirect experience in the telecom sector. He began working as a telecoms recruitment specialist assisting some of the largest operators throughout the UK with their specialist hires in the 90’s. After twelve years a change in direction moved him into the Management of Golf Clubs. As a keen golfer this was seen as an ideal fit, however when you work in the industry the last thing you do is actually play! A move into Telecom Site Acquisition came about in 2011 working for a specialist niche organization that provided him with the foundations upon which his personality and negotiation skills were honed to match the requirements and needs of Operators and Site Providers. Tony is excited to be part of the APWireless Team and looks forward to providing win-win scenarios for all our new clients. Tony lives in Enfield, North London, has a young family and is constantly ferrying the children to partake in their busy social activities. Oh the days! When the odd opportunity arises he likes to play a few holes golf. There is nothing like a beautiful sunset on a summers evening on the links to remind you that no matter how many balls you lose, it is only a game!

 

MANCHESTER >> The Studio, 7a Northenden Road, Sale, M33 2DH

Ged Martin

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Ged joined in March 2012 when the business was in its infancy as Associate Director. His key role was to develop the business across the North of England and Scotland. Ged manages, motivates and inspires an experienced team of surveyors whilst running his own portfolio of sites. He works in tandem with Tom Evans looking at further areas of growth and successfully launched AP’s services within Northern Ireland in late 2012. With over 14 years site acquisition and estates management experience working for all 5 main operators Ged has successfully managed acquisition teams throughout his career having worked for the likes of Tyco electronics and Ericsson services. Ged divides his spare time bringing up a young family, keeping fit, and enjoying the odd drop of red wine.

Linda Evans

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Linda joined APWireless in January 2015 in order to strengthen the acquisition team. Linda’s background has mainly been in the area of licensing having held various marketing roles at Robert Cain Brewery in Liverpool and Enterprise Inns Pub Company. More recently Linda worked for Christie & Co as Associate Director handling the disposal and acquisition of licensed businesses for both private and corporate clients.
Linda is originally from Belfast and first came to Liverpool to study politics at Liverpool University. She is now happily married and settled in Liverpool but still spends as much time as she can with her family in Northern Ireland. Linda enjoys going to the gym, cooking, social events with family and friends, films and has a guilty pleasure for reality TV.

Steve Evans

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Steve has spent the past 17 years working in land and property acquisitions gaining wide ranging experience across a number of property sectors. The bulk of this time has been in telecommunications working both within and managing planning and acquisition teams. In 2007 Steve ventured out of telecoms property acquisition and into more mainstream commercial property acquisition for a property investment company with a focus on trade counter, retail, distribution and industrial use properties. Following this was a move into the renewable energy generation sector acquiring land and property for large scale wind farms throughout the UK but mainly Scotland. The lure of telecommunications however was too much for Steve to resist and has most recently been managing upgrade projects on behalf of a leading UK mobile operators before joining APWireless. Outside of work Steve is a proud parent, keen cyclist, enjoys motorsports and making a mess in the kitchen!

Rob Creamer

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Rob has worked in the telecoms industry for around 12 years as an Acquisition Surveyor on behalf of all the Operators, a large proportion of that time was spent finding replacement sites for sites subject to decommission. Prior to that he did direct marketing for Scottish Power for 3 years. In his spare time he enjoys watching films, online gaming and quizzing.

Peter Thacker

VP LEGAL, SENIOR COUNSEL

Peter previously worked for one of our external legal suppliers where he had spent 13 years as a commercial property solicitor with a particular emphasis on telecommunications. Peter assisted in the roll out of the original Three network as well as the later joint venture between Three and EE. Peter has an interest in long distance cycling and running and has also competed in a number of Ironman Triathlons. He also manages to spend some time with his young family.

 

SCOTLAND >> 1006 Mile End Mill, Abbeymill Business Centre, Seedhill Road, Paisley, PA1 1JS

Tracy Granger

SENIOR ACQUISITION MANAGER

Tracy joined APWireless in July 2012 to expand the UK business into Scotland and Ireland. Tracy has spent over 17 years’ in telecoms site acquisition and estate management in the UK market. Prior to joining APWireless, her experience included working for leading UK site acquisition firms in telecoms operator roll out and upgrade programmes. Tracy’s principle role is running her own portfolio of investment opportunities in Scotland.

Tom Gannucci

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Tom has over 17 years’ experience in telecoms industry mainly performing site acquisition and estate management duties on behalf of all 5 mobile phone Telecoms operators. Tom commenced his APWireless career as a part time consultant in 2012, while also working as a consultant for two leading firms of Chartered Surveyors. From February 2013 Tom has worked for APWireless on a full time basis in where his principle role is the acquisition of sites covering the areas from Fife southwards to NE England. In his spare time Tom continues to manage a local football team which has kept him occupied for the past 14 years.

SOUTH >> Unit 2 Blue Prior Business Park, Redfields Lane, Church Crookham, Fleet GU52 0RJ

Ian Humphrey

ACQUISITION DIRECTOR

Ian joined APWireless in January 2013 to expand the UK business into the south of England. Ian has spent over 15 years’ in telecoms site acquisition and estate management in the UK market. Prior to joining APWireless, his experience included working for a leading UK site acquisition firm, as Regional Acquisition and Planning Manager. More recently, he was self-employed carrying out work for the Vodafone and O2 on new site acquisitions and on telecommunication site estate management matters. Ian’s principle role is running his own portfolio of investment opportunities in the south of England which includes London. When not in work, Ian enjoys spending time with his young family and experimenting with his home cooking. Ian also enjoys participating and watching a variety of sports and going to the gym.

Ian Fitzpatrick

SENIOR ACQUISITION MANAGER

Ian joined APWireless in August 2014. Prior to this he spent 22 years working in Senior Management roles in the Direct Marketing and Digital Printing industry. Ian’s principle role is to develop and manage his own portfolio of investment opportunities across the South and East of England. In his spare time, Ian enjoys a game of golf when he can, also manages his Son’s local Junior football team and enjoys quality time with the family.

WALES >> 13 Cysgod-Y-Coed, Cwmann, Lampeter, SA48 8DN

Emyr Evans

ACQUISITION MANAGER

Emyr joined APWireless in 2013 to expand the successful UK business into Wales. Emyr has spent over 18 years’ in telecoms site acquisition in the UK market. Prior to joining APWireless, his experience included working for a leading UK site acquisition firm as North Region Acquisition and Planning Manager. Emyr’s principle role is running his own portfolio of investment opportunities across Wales and the bordering counties. When not in work, Emyr can be found spending time with his two children, helping out on the family farm and playing pretty much all sports.

 

GLOBAL TEAM

Daniel J. Hasselman

CO-CEO OF APWIRELESS

Mr. Hasselman became co-CEO of APWireless in December 2019. Previously, Mr. Hasselman had been President of APWireless since 2011, in charge of both U.S. and international operations. Prior to that he was Managing Director of the business since co-founding it in 2010. All told Mr. Hasselman has more than 20 years of experience as an executive in the real estate and wireless infrastructure industries. In May 2007, Mr. Hasselman co-founded Vertical Capital Group, LLC, which originated investments in telecommunications infrastructure assets on behalf of RFS Capital, LLC and for which he served as President until co-founding the APWireless business. Prior to that Mr. Hasselman opened and managed an office for Wireless Capital Partners, LLC, then a leading U.S. telecom lease acquisitions firm. In 2001, Mr. Hasselman founded U.S. Home and Loan, Inc., a subsidiary of Windsor Capital Mortgage Corporation, then the 2nd largest mortgage brokerage firm in the United States. Mr. Hasselman attended Minnesota State University and San Diego State University.

Scott E. Langeland

CO-CEO OF APWIRELESS

Mr. Langeland became co-CEO of APWireless in December 2019. Previously, Mr. Langeland had been an Executive Vice President and senior counsel for APWireless, overseeing the legal and underwriting functions within the AP Wireless business, including leading the efforts to enter, and to formulate asset acquisition structures in, new jurisdictions. Mr. Langeland joined APWireless in October 2010. His legal experience covers areas such as structured finance, commercial real estate, and civil litigation. Before joining the APWireless business, Mr. Langeland worked for a small law firm in San Diego, CA. Mr. Langeland is a Cum Laude graduate of Thomas Jefferson School of Law and holds a B.S. in Economics from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.

Andrew K. Wood

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Andy has more than 21 years of experience as a professional and executive in the real estate and wireless infrastructure industries. Prior to being appointed EVP of Operations at APWireless, Andy fulfilled the role of Managing Director at WIP. Andy also co-founded and owned Vertical Capital Group, which originated investments in telecommunications infrastructure assets on behalf of RFS Capital. Andy entered the telecom industry by working on behalf of major carriers in the United States as a consultant for a leading telecommunications firm. With his background in real estate, mortgages and commercial leasing, Andy pioneered innovative acquisition strategies across the telecommunications industry. Andy has also served on the board of directors for San Diego’s Gaslamp City Square. He earned his BA in Finance and Business Administration from San Diego State University.

Thomas Evans

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT – GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT

Tom joined APWireless in 2011 to expand the successful US business into the UK. Following the successful launch of the UK business, Tom worked to open up APWireless Ireland and later other European businesses, including The Netherlands, Belgium and Hungary. Previously, Tom has spent over 15 years in telecoms site acquisition and estate management in the UK market. Prior to joining APWireless, his experience included working for a leading UK site acquisition firm, as National Acquisition and Planning Manager. More recently, he worked for a firm of Chartered Property Consultants advising landlords on telecommunication site estate management matters. Most recently, Tom has taken an active role in Asset Management. His principal role today is managing and developing the APWireless Portfolio of over 8,000 leases on a Global basis.

Guglielmo Noya

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – LATIN AMERICA

Guglielmo joined APWireless in 2021 to expand the business in Latin America. Previously, he spent over 20 years in the telecom industry as a C-level executive in several subsidiaries of the Telecom Italia Group. He was CEO of Entel PCS in Chile, CEO of Telecom Personal in Argentina, C.O.O. and CFO of TIM Brasil, Group Head of M&A at Telecom Italia. Mr. Noya started his career as financial analyst at I.M.I., one of the leading investment banks in Italy. Guglielmo’s key competences are General Management, M&A and Business Development. He holds a cum laude M.S. in Mechanical Engineering at University of Rome “La Sapienza” and an MBA. Guglielmo’s principal role is managing and developing the Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico businesses and to open new markets in Latin America.

Eduardo do Couto Rosa Liuzzi

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – NEW MARKETS

Eduardo has over 10 years of experience in Business Management and Marketing. Before being appointed Vice President, Eduardo held the position of International Marketing Director at APW’s headquarters in San Diego, California, where he was responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of quality standards for the company’s marketing division in USA and abroad. Before joining APW, Eduardo spent 4 years at Grupo Abril with strategies for renewing and retaining customers. Eduardo obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Social Communication with an emphasis on Strategic Marketing from ESPM – Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing. In 2008, he specialized in Direct Marketing by ABEMD (Brazilian Association of Direct Marketing). In 2012 he was certified in Business Administration by the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).

Edward W. Bergstrom

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

Edward has more than 21 years of experience in sales and sales management. Prior to being appointed Senior Vice President at APWireless, Edward was Vice President of Sales for the US market. Edward was a principal at a successful mortgage loan origination branch from December 2000 to June 2008, where he originated an average of over 30 transactions totaling more than $3 million per month in deal volume. He also founded E.W.B Financial, which offered a variety of finance products in September, 2005.

Chris Jager

VICE PRESIDENT – TECHNOLOGY

Chris has more than eight years of experience as an IT professional. Before being appointed VP of Technology, Chris fulfilled the role of Director of Information Systems at APWireless. In his role as VP of Technology, Chris is responsible for the global IT and IS infrastructure. Next to that he supports the E-Marketing initiatives for APWireless. Prior to his arrival in 2011, Chris worked at Royal Dutch Shell where he specialized in Supply Chain Management. He earned his B.S. in Computer Science and holds a M.S. in Information Science from the University of Twente.