Rod joined Tes in June 2020, to build upon Tes’s progress and help accelerate the next phase of growth, as Tes becomes the world-class software provider for schools.

Rod has a proven track record of overseeing the implementation of technological solutions to help transform global businesses. He previously served as CEO of Autodata, the leading international provider of information solutions to the automotive aftermarket.

Rod transformed Autodata into a fully-digital SaaS business, launching new products and enhancing the customer experience. Under Rod’s leadership, Autodata doubled its subscriber base, accelerated the growth of its overseas markets and acquired multiple businesses in Europe and Australia.

Previously, he was a managing director at Adfero, a leading online publisher and data provider.