Candidate Statement
Simon Vye – Neterra
My name is Simon Vye and I am standing for election to the Board of London Internet Exchange Limited (LINX) as a Non-Executive Director.
I have almost 40 years of experience in telecommunications companies, ISP’s and network services providers combining commercial, operational and leadership skills together with a track record of driving growth and developing international markets.
I have overseen the expansion of global remote peering and cloud connectivity platforms and developed a sound understanding of interconnected ecosystems, peering economics, the requirements of diverse network users and how IXP’s evolve and compete.
I currently serve as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Board at Neterra and on the Board as a Non-Executive Director at GNX B.V. Making an impact on both company’s strategy, corporate development, governance, process automation as well as employee development and senior management remuneration.
If elected, I will bring independent judgement, a strategic perspective and a collaborative attitude as well as a constructive questioning approach – complimenting the Board in making balanced, forward-looking decisions in the interests of the LINX membership.
The environment in which LINX operates is fast moving and rapidly evolving. Traffic growth, shifting interconnection patterns and increasing influence from Hyperscalers, Networks, Clouds, Neoclouds and Data Center platforms are changing both the economics and expectations of IXPs. At the same time, requirements surrounding security, automation and sovereignty are intensifying.
My contribution would focus on four areas. First, to reinforce the continued strength, resilience and growth of LINX’s core UK peering platform as well as to broaden and grow the member base.
Second, supporting a disciplined evolution into adjacent services, products, markets and geographies (both UK and overseas) to enhance LINX’s value and meet member needs.
Third, helping to operationally scale LINX by supporting efficiency initiatives – process automation, tooling as well as cautious investment that enables continued, sustainable growth.
Fourth, by helping to ensure regulatory compliance, governance, standards and transparency whilst maintaining engagement with the membership base.
LINX plays a fundamental role in the provision of global internet infrastructure at a time of great change in traffic growth, patterns, security and sovereignty. LINX’s member-owned, not-for-profit ecosystem with its emphasis on governance and transparency aligns strongly with my principles of creating long-term sustainable value with the highest levels of integrity and ethical standards.
LINX’s strength lies in its reputation for connectivity experience, technical excellence and customer service. These factors create trust and reflect the fact that decisions are made in the long-term interests of LINX members and the functioning of an efficient peering ecosystem.
My motivation to join the Board of LINX aligns with the belief of the increasing relevance of the LINX model – open and neutral – at a time of structural change. Growth in cloud, AI, and edge computing plus evolving interconnection models are reshaping the role of IXP’s and increasing the importance of strong, member-led governance.
I would be honoured to serve on the Board of London Internet Exchange Limited and contribute to a culture grounded in independent judgement, constructive questioning and collaborative, high quality decision-making.
My focus would be on oversight rather than operation – listening carefully, forming balanced and independent views and contributing through constructive questioning. I would love to work with other board members to reinforce the principles that differentiate LINX – its ecosystem, not-for-profit culture, experience, reputation and customer service.