Here to help our clients
Connect, Detect & Protect
The HM Ethos
At HM Network, we are dedicated to transforming ideas into realities. We understand that every organisation is unique, presenting challenges that demand tailored solutions.
Our clientele frequently commend our approachability and our ability to alleviate connectivity-related concerns and hassles. By doing so, we empower them to focus on their core competencies and excel in running their businesses.
Our commitment to finding solutions lies at the heart of our operation. We respond to customer needs by working with innovative products and services. We don’t merely provide off-the-shelf solutions, our offerings align with our customers’ needs.
The “Network” in our name encompasses more than just telecommunications. We are the hub of an extensive network of specialised partners, uniting a range of leading technologies and tried and tested services. This comprehensive network includes expertise in network unified communications, connectivity, data privacy, and cyber security and more.
By leveraging our strategic partnerships, we deliver holistic solutions that address the multifaceted demands of our valued clients.
At HM Network, we strive to consistently deliver the utmost value and service to our customers.
Building relationships is at the core of our philosophy. We understand that customer loyalty is earned through our commitment to delivering excellent value and service. We aim to create an environment where customers return to us time and time again, and enthusiastically refer us to their colleagues and friends.
In a world where connectivity empowers customers with an abundance of choices, we recognise the need to constantly evolve and optimise the value we offer. We proactively seek to enhance the benefits our customers receive. We continually reinvest in our clients by providing innovative products, comprehensive services, up-to-date knowledge, dedicated time, and ongoing training.
While larger businesses in our industry may overlook individual clients, we treat each and every customer with the same level of care, passion, and diligence. With HM Network, you will enjoy the personalised attention of a dedicated point of contact, while benefiting from the collective support, security, and expertise of our experienced team. It’s like to having your own on-demand team of technology specialists, without the exorbitant overhead costs.
Based in the North West of England HM Network’s founders Chris Hunter & Martin McAleer met in 2007 while working as Data Specialists at BT. They helped hundreds of organisations benefit from next generation network connectivity during the rollout of the 21st Century “Next Generation” network. With a sharing a love for technology and cycling, a friendship developed which eventually lead to them to setting up their own company HM Network Ltd. They had always wanted to help customers do more with their connectivity, adding value and providing complimentary services, at HM Network this was now possible.
Chris Hunter
CREATIVE Director
Tech head, music lover and our creative force.
The public face of HM Network. Chris has plenty of experience in retail, leisure, telecoms, cyber security & data privacy, and knows the importance of relationship building, customer satisfaction.
Chris, hosted our GDPRexpress events to over 1,100 attendees featuring talks and workshops with some of our specialist partners.
Growing up in the 80’s technology excited him. He liked to understand how things worked, and how each element connected, this thirst for technology developend and translated nicely into providing solutions to connect businesses.
Martin McAleer
Managing DIRECTOR
Martin is our Managing Director. He has always had an interest in all things related to computers and electronics. Often found at the bleeding edge of technology. He studied electrical and electronic engineering at Preston College and then Preston Polytechnic (now The University of Central Lancashire). On leaving education he applied for, and was accepted into the RAF as an electronics technician, but never took up the post. He went on to work in various other roles until eventually returning to computer based work, when he joined UUNet (now Verizon Business). After leaving UUnet, Martin joined the team at the BT owned company Dabs, later BT Business Direct, where he met Chris Hunter.
