David Howson
About David Howson
David Howson is the President of EMEA at Vantage Data Centers, bringing over 30 years of experience in the communications and digital infrastructure sectors. He has held various executive roles, including CEO at Six Degrees and COO at Congruex, and has a strong background in mergers and acquisitions.
Current Role at Vantage Data Centers
David Howson serves as the President for the EMEA region at Vantage Data Centers. He has held this position since 2024 and is based in London, England. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives within the EMEA region, contributing to the company's growth in the digital infrastructure sector.
Previous Experience at Congruex
Before joining Vantage Data Centers, David Howson was the Chief Operating Officer at Congruex from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he led the integration of acquired entities into a unified operating model and achieved over 15% organic revenue growth. His leadership focused on enhancing operational efficiency and expanding the company's market presence.
Leadership at Six Degrees
David Howson served as the CEO of Six Degrees from 2017 to 2021. He also held the position of Chairperson for eight months in 2021. Under his leadership, Six Degrees achieved an EBITDA growth of 50% over three years. His strategic direction contributed to the company's success in the competitive communications landscape.
Career at Zayo Group
David Howson held multiple executive roles at Zayo Group, including President of Zayo Bandwidth and President of ZColo. He worked at Zayo Group from 2010 to 2015, where he was instrumental in managing international operations and enhancing the company's service offerings in the digital infrastructure market.
Educational Background in Engineering
David Howson studied at Oxford Brookes University, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering with Honors (BEng Hons) in Civil Engineering from 1989 to 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the communications and digital infrastructure industries.