Why Kinly?

We create meaningful experiences with innovative, secure and responsibly designed AV solutions

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Kinly's DNA

Kinly’s DNA is built on an established foundation of innovation, security and sustainability. We are committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable industry for all, we do all we can to ensure the solutions we provide and the efforts we take work for your people, our people and the planet.

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Security

Security is embedded into everything we do at Kinly. Our scalable and futureproof security services safeguard the critical information assets of our global customers.

Security

We incorporate world-class cybersecurity practices using a secure by design approach. This supports the successful deployment of all AV and IT technologies while applying best practice design principles throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Processes, accreditations and standards:

  • ISO 27001
  • Cyber Essentials
  • Cyber Essentials Plus
  • CIS
  • NIST
  • OWASP
  • Gov Assure
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Sustainability

All Kinly people are united by a passion for improving the world we live in. We are focussed on being the most sustainable business we can be, while helping our clients to meet their own sustainability targets.

Sustainability

Using our sustainability by design principles, we fully consider sustainability and social value at every stage of the value chain, from discovery and product selection, through to installation, optimisation and end-of-life. Internally, Kinly we focus on three pillars of sustainability; reducing carbon footprint, creating inclusive careers and helping people connect.

Sustainability credentials:

  • EcoVadis
  • ISO 14001 and Eco-Lighthouse
  • Science-based Targets.
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Innovation

Envisioning and implementing groundbreaking solutions that elevate the customer experience and transform the world of work.

Innovation

We are strategically focused on delivering AV excellence through the power of innovation.  We have developed an internal taskforce spearheaded by our Global Head of Innovation which is focussed on empowering our customers to achieve more through six key pillars:

  • Disruptive technologies
  • Incumbent innovations
  • New products and services
  • New partnerships
  • Internal innovation
  • Thought leadership
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Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI)

We are committed to inspiring meaningful change across our business and the entire AV community.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Kinly is on a journey to creating a working environment which is as inclusive, responsible and welcoming as possible. We want to shape a workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves and feel both empowered and encouraged to succeed.

  • Disability Confident employer
  • LGBTQIA+ and female-led ERGs
  • Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
  • Member of Neurodiversity in Business
  • Publishing our first ever CSR strategy
  • £60,000 raised for charity in 2023-24

Kinly's approach

We know that embarking on a digital transformation journey is a big step for any business. Using our proven people, process, technology approach, we make the process as easy as possible, taking care of everything from solution design and project management through to integration and training and adoption. We back that up with the AV industry’s leading support services to ensure you unlock the full potential of your technology investment.

Consultancy

Identifying your challenges and how to overcome them, as well as your goals and how to achieve them, to bring even the most challenging visions to life.

Solution design

Meeting your physical, technical and support requirements through custom designs and intelligence gathered by collaborating with our expert consultant teams.

Build and integrate

Delivering your audio-visual projects on time, fully documented and in budget with a focus on innovation, security and sustainability.

Support and manage

Supporting your AV equipment far beyond the installation phase with specialist services including helpdesk support, maintenance, remote management and on-site managed services.

Track and improve

Teaching your people how to use their new AV technology efficiently for maximum return on your investment with hybrid or on-site training, resources and tools.

Certifications

In line with our commitment to innovation, quality, security, sustainability and DE&I, we hold a number of industry accreditations that affirm our aspirations to lead the way in creating a more innovative, sustainable and responsible AV industry.

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UK Ecovadis Silver 2024
Kinly met this quite challenging piece of work with a very positive mindset and gave me some great advice on what approach to use for each of the floors in Hove.
John Barrie
Sales Manager – Business Communications, Sennheiser
At Blue Foundry, we think of the technology not only today but also how we might need to leverage it in the future. With the support of Crestron and Kinly, we were able to futureproof our business.
James D. Nesci
President & CEO, Blue Foundry Bank
We now have a space where we can proudly welcome our customers, organise large events and meet as colleagues. We have aesthetically beautiful facilities that are both ergonomically arranged and designed for collaboration. We couldn't be more pleased.
Miriam Camilla Fjellaker Wolden
Facility and Community Manager, Storebrand

Kinly's leadership

We are focused on growing the great leaders of tomorrow. Our people share a commitment to building an organisation where diversity, inclusion and community are integral to our culture, identity and success.

Tom Martin

Tom Martin

Chief Executive Officer
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Marcel van den Broek

Marcel van den Broek

Chief Financial Officer
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Philip Schokking

Philip Schokking

Chief Strategy Officer
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Katy Thorpe

Katy Thorpe

Global People Director
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Taj Ghere

Taj Ghere

Managing Director of UK
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Espen Riska

Espen Riska

Managing Director for Norway
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Bart Donkersloot

Bart Donkersloot

Managing Director for Benelux
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Jeaneth Robøle Mørum

Jeaneth Robøle Mørum

Global Marketing Director
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Jody Moffat

Jody Moffat

Head of Global Services
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Jean-Paul Lemmens

Jean-Paul Lemmens

VP Procurement, Product and Strategic Partner Management
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Simon Watson

Simon Watson

Global Head of Innovation
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Rhea Horlock

Rhea Horlock

Head of Corporate Social Responsibility
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Anouk Utens

Anouk Utens

Senior Legal Counsel
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Andy Nichols

Andy Nicholls

Global Head of Talent Acquisition
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History

Kinly's history

Our history began in 1998, but on February 6th 2018, Viju and VisionsConnected joined forces to become Kinly. Follow the timeline to see our milestones.

1998

Infoteknikk was founded in Stavanger Norway.

1999

City IS was founded in Scotland.

2007

Visions Connected was founded in Amsterdam.

2010

Viju acquires CityIS Group and expands presence in USA, UK, Netherlands and Singapore.

2011

Viju acquires division of Kongsberg Oil & Gas Technologies.

2013

Viju expands APAC operations with new office in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

2015

Viju launches industry leading VijuCloud service (now called KinlyCloud).

2017

Avedon Capital Partners acquires Viju.

2017

Avedon Capital Partners acquires Viju and VisionsConnected to create a leading global provider of video conferencing solutions.
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2018

Viju and VisionsConnected create a new brand identity – Kinly is born.
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2018

Kinly strengthens in the Benelux with acquisition of MK2 Audiovisual.
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2020

Kinly announces the acquisition of AVMI – a leading global AV-integrator and managed services provider, headquartered in UK.
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Insights

Explore curated reports, guides and insights that reflect Kinly’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and industry leadership.

Building a better future

Building a better future

Our CSR strategy outlines what we are doing to improve the world around us while creating inclusive opportunities, nurturing early careers and tackling digital exclusion.

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Understanding your workplace

Understanding your workplace

With independent industry-wide research conducted each year, Kinly has a unique and full understanding of the challenges facing modern businesses in 2025 and how to overcome them.

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The Art of Productivity

The Art of Productivity

The future of work is being built through immersive AV, digital art and human-first design. Discover how top enterprises are transforming uninspiring offices into high-performance environments.

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