Syncro names Peter Gyenes Chairman

Syncro, a leading platform provider for managed service providers (MSP) and IT professionals, has appointed Peter Gyenes as chairman of its board of directors.

  • Wednesday, 5th February 2025 Posted 11 months ago in by Phil Alsop

Gyenes, a technology industry veteran, brings decades of leadership experience, having served as chairman, CEO, and independent director for numerous global technology organizations, including Ascential Software, Informix, Sophos, Pegasystems and RealPage, guiding them to achieve substantial market success and customer value. Gyenes is a recipient of the New England Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award in Software and a Trustee Emeritus of the Massachusetts Technology Leadership Council.

This appointment comes on the heels of Syncro’s recent expansion into serving internal IT teams, announcedearlier this month. Syncro’s platform, already widely adopted by MSPs for its AI-driven efficiency and ease of use, now offers internal IT departments the same robust capabilities to simplify IT management, enhance productivity, and reduce costs.

“Peter is one of the most accomplished leaders in the technology sector,” said Michael George, CEO of Syncro. “His extensive experience in growing companies, coupled with his deep understanding of market dynamics, will be invaluable as Syncro sharpens its strategic vision. We are confident his leadership will further refine our offerings and deliver a measurable impact for our partners.”

As Chairman, Gyenes will oversee Syncro’s board and governance, as well as work with the management team to guide the company’s strategic direction, ensuring Syncro is well-positioned to grow its leadership with MSPs and IT teams.

Gyenes said, “Syncro is uniquely positioned to address the evolving needs of MSPs and IT professionals with its robust, comprehensive platform. By simplifying IT management and streamlining operations, Syncro enables MSP and IT teams to automate workflows, reduce workloads and focus on their customers to deliver meaningful results. I look forward to collaborating with the board and the exceptional Syncro team to advance our mission and long-term success.”

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