Destroy Drive Appoints Ray Zielke as New CEO to Spearhead Global Expansion
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Destroy Drive, a leading provider of onsite data sanitization and remarketing services, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ray Zielke as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 14, 2024. With a distinguished career spanning over 23 years in the IT asset disposition (ITAD) and electronic waste industries, Ray is poised to lead Destroy Drive’s strategic growth and global expansion.
“Two years ago, we forged a partnership with a private equity firm boasting investors from around the globe, including Silicon Valley, New England, Europe, and South Africa. This investment has been instrumental in accelerating our growth and enhancing our service offerings. As we continue to expand our global reach, we firmly believe that Ray is the ideal leader to propel us to the next level,” said Dag Adamson, founder, and president of Destroy Drive. “Ray’s extensive experience in data destruction, ITAD, and electronic waste management perfectly aligns with our vision for international expansion and operational excellence.”
Ray brings a proven track record of leadership and innovation in ITAD and sustainable electronic waste management. Prior to joining Destroy Drive, he served as VP of Sales and Marketing at Universal Recycling Technologies, where he played a key role in establishing ITAD and data destruction services. Before his tenure at URT, Ray led sales strategies and spearheaded major ITAD/recycling projects at Jabil, Inc. His strategic expertise will bolster Destroy Drive’s competitive edge in an ever-evolving market.
“I am incredibly excited to join Destroy Drive at this pivotal inflection point in its global expansion,” said Ray Zielke. “The company’s unwavering commitment to data security compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence, coupled with its focus on delivering honest, precise, and adaptable solutions, deeply resonates with my own values. I eagerly anticipate collaborating with the exceptional team to drive growth, develop innovative programs, and further expand our global footprint.”
This leadership transition marks a significant milestone in Destroy Drive’s journey, reaffirming its unwavering dedication to providing high-quality, sustainable data destruction and sanitization solutions across the globe.
About Destroy Drive:
Destroy Drive is a NAID AAA certified global leader in data destruction and sanitization services, delivering onsite data sanitization across 128 countries, including highly sensitive zones. With nearly a decade of experience and an impeccable record of zero data breaches, Destroy Drive offers secure, efficient data destruction directly to your doorstep. Our software-agnostic approach caters to diverse needs, serving businesses, data centers, ITADs, OEMs, VARs, TPMs, and SIs worldwide.
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