David Williams
Chief Executive Officer at ARQIT QUANTUM INC.
Net worth: 9 M $ as of 30/03/2024
Profile
David John Williams was the founder of Avanti Communications Group Plc, founded in 1996, where he held the title of Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director from 2013 to 2017.
He is also the founder of ArQit Ltd., founded in 2016, where he holds the title of Chairman & Chief Executive Officer.
Additionally, he is the founder of Arqit Quantum, Inc., founded in 2021, where he holds the title of Chairman & Chief Executive Officer.
Mr. Williams's current job is as a Director at Chorum Group Ltd.
since 2018.
Mr. Williams's former jobs include being the Chief Executive Officer at Insetco Plc from 2004 to 2009, and Director positions at Avanti Space Ltd., Avanti Communications Ltd., Avanti Broadband Ltd., Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd., Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd., Avanti Space 3 Ltd., Avanti Local TV Services Ltd., Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd., and Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd.
Mr. Williams received an undergraduate degree from the University of Leeds.
Mr. Williams is also the founder of Seraphim Space Ventures LP.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ARQIT QUANTUM INC.
7.41% | 14/04/2024 | 12,153,491 ( 7.41% ) | 9 M $ | 30/03/2024 |
David Williams active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| ARQIT QUANTUM INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 25/04/2021 |
ArQit Ltd.
 ArQit Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services ArQit Ltd. Provides quantum key communication network and information technology services. The company was founded in 016 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Chief Executive Officer | 31/12/2015 |
Chorum Group Ltd.
 Chorum Group Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Chorum Group Ltd. provides investment solutions. The company was founded on February 22, 2018 and is headquartered in Horsham, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 22/08/2018 |
| Seraphim Space Ventures LP | Founder | - |
Former positions of David Williams
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Avanti Local TV Services Ltd.
 Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. produces factual and entertainment programs. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 09/08/2017 |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. provides satellite data communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 09/08/2017 |
Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd.
 Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. engages in satellite telecommunications activities. The firm’s sectors include enterprise, broadband, carrier services and government services. The company was incorporated on February 24, 2009 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 09/08/2017 |
| AVANTI COMMUNICATIONS GROUP PLC | Founder | 09/08/2017 |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. operates as holding company. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Director/Board Member | 09/08/2017 |
Training of David Williams
| University of Leeds | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Private companies | 16 |
|---|---|
Insetco Plc
 Insetco Plc Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Insetco Plc provides opportunities and facilities to securitize life settlement policies. Its objective is to match risk-reward characteristics for institutional investors whilst generating equity returns for its shareholders. The company was founded on April 27, 2004 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Communications Group Plc
 Avanti Communications Group Plc Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Group Plc engages in the provision of satellite communications and broadband services to business, institutional and residential customers. It specializes in traditional fixed-line and mobile networks and other related services. The company was founded on March 3, 2007 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Space Ltd.
 Avanti Space Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Space Ltd. provides satellite telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Ltd. provides communication services. The company was founded on September 13, 1995 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Broadband Ltd.
 Avanti Broadband Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband Ltd. provides satellite telecommunication services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd.
 Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Hylas 2 Ltd. provides satellite communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd.
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 1 Ltd. operates as holding company. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd.
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure Ltd. provides satellite data communications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Space 3 Ltd.
 Avanti Space 3 Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Space 3 Ltd. provides satellite telecommunications services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Local TV Services Ltd.
Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Local TV Services Ltd. produces factual and entertainment programs. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd.
 Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Avanti Communications Africa Infrastructure 2 Ltd. provides satellite communications, telecommunications and multi-media services. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd.
Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Avanti Broadband (ire) Ltd. engages in satellite telecommunications activities. The firm’s sectors include enterprise, broadband, carrier services and government services. The company was incorporated on February 24, 2009 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Communications |
Chorum Group Ltd.
Chorum Group Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Chorum Group Ltd. provides investment solutions. The company was founded on February 22, 2018 and is headquartered in Horsham, the United Kingdom. | Finance |
ArQit Ltd.
ArQit Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services ArQit Ltd. Provides quantum key communication network and information technology services. The company was founded in 016 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Commercial Services |
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| Seraphim Space Ventures LP |
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