Steve O'Brien

Expand Networks is a technology company that helped pioneer the Wide Area Network (WAN) Optimization market. Founded in 1998, Expand Networks has grown to be the leading provider of 'Virtual Proximity' solutions over the Wide Area Network. Virtual Proximity' is the experience Expand delivers to users of business critical applications and services across enterprise Wide Area Networks. Expand bridges the 'Proximity Gap' by delivering a 'virtual proximity' experience to users. Whether it be server virtualization at the datacenter, server consolidation at the branch office or desktop virtualization for remote users, Expand effectively bridges the 'Proximity Gap' by putting the user in virtual proximity to the application and data centre services. Expand Networks 'Virtual Proximity' Experience is available globally via its Network of Expand Certified Resellers, System Integrators, MSPs & OEM Partners.

Founded in 1930, Britannia Refined Metals Ltd. is a subsidiary of Glencore Plc. The company is based in Northfleet, UK. The British company engages in lead, zinc and tin production.