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Dimension Data Learning Solutions GM Steve Ross dies

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Steve “Chipper” Ross, general manager of Dimension Data Learning Solutions, passed away suddenly just after Christmas after suffering a cerebral aneurysm.

Mr Ross was holidaying in the US with his wife and children when the tragic event occurred. Mr Ross had 28 years of experience in the IT industry with both corporate Australia and technology vendors. Prior to joining ComTech Communications and then DDLS in 1994, he was sales director with Future Technologies where he was responsible for business growth and training initiatives for customers. He also worked with Fujitsu where he managed its internal computer centre and prior to that, he was the NSW education manager at Unisys. Mr Ross also worked with Qantas for 12 years, which included working as a systems assurance analyst. process training and technical training in order to further develop their careers.