Lingo Media Corp (CVE:LM) has appointed telecoms executive Gerbrand Nijman as a director as it expands its international markets.
"I am thrilled to be joining Lingo Media, one of the global leaders in the language learning sector," said Nijman.
"My focus will be to enhance customers' experience, drive international growth and increase shareholder value."
Nijman is the chief financial officer and executive director of Global Telecom Holding S.A.E, which is an Egypt listed company and member of the VEON Group.
VEON is a NASDAQ and Euronext Amsterdam listed global provider of connectivity, which has been a significant shareholder of Lingo Media since 2008.
His CV also includes AEGON, where he served as Senior Vice President and Head of Investor Relations, ING and KPN International.
"Gerbrand is a well-respected executive in the telecom sector with significant management experience in operations and investor relations," said Michael Kraft, President & CEO of Lingo Media.
"His wealth of knowledge and expertise will be a very helpful resource on our board as we build out our business in international markets."
Lingo Media shares were unchanged in Toronto at 24 cents.