Nexigen Digital, parent of Australia’s leading web hosting and domain name service provider VentraIP, has today announced the acquisition of Net Virtue, an Adelaide based provider of web hosting, managed WordPress and domain names.
The seven-figure deal will see more than 15,000 clients and 40,000 services migrated under the VentraIP banner, making it their largest acquisition to date.
Co-founder and Co-CEO Angelo Giuffrida said: “We were extremely excited to be presented with this opportunity as Net Virtue has been a strong competitor for many years, and to be able to clinch the deal in the current market is testament to our reputation for providing best-in-class service to our clients and a proven history of providing a smooth transition process.”
“We will continue to honor the legacy of providing the high quality service that Net Virtue has built their reputation on, and expand on that by delivering 24/7 Australian support on industry-leading infrastructure.”
“2020 was a challenge for many businesses, especially small business and sole traders, and in 2021 there will be more businesses online than ever before. We know that those clients don’t want to hear from us about mergers, cost savings that don’t reduce their prices, and continuous promises of better days ahead that are never delivered; they just want to get on with their business, be respected, and get great service – and that’s what we continue to deliver in spades.”
Managing Director of Net Virtue Daniel Webber said: “I’m very proud and grateful of the team that shaped Net Virtue. Starting this business 10 years ago, I never envisaged growing to where we
are today, and I only have the team to thank for that.”
“VentraIP has proven time and again to put the customer first, which was a major factor in the acquisition. With the passion and energy that Cheyne and Angelo have created at VentraIP, I’m certain that our loyal customers will remain in capable hands to receive the best service and support in the industry.”
Nexigen Digital has today announced that they have acquired the business and assets of Digital Eagles Pty Ltd (Administrators Appointed). The deal will see $4.6M in annual contracted digital marketing revenue from leading brands including Bendigo Bank, L’OREAL, Harris Scarfe, Tyrepower, Camp Australia, Toyworld and Facey added to the group.
The acquisition comes just months after the launch of Nexigen Digital’s own digital marketing brand, Circular Media Group, headed by former Executive General Manager of WME (part of the Webcentral Group) Matthew Collins-Leslie, who brings over twenty years of growth, strategy and leadership experience to Nexigen Digital.
Co-founder and Co-CEO Cheyne Jonstone said: “This is a best-case outcome for all stakeholders in the Digital Eagles business, and we look forward to bringing operational stability, sensible management, and an extremely positive outlook for all.”
Mr. Jonstone stated that the company would maintain the Digital Eagles brand alongside Circular Media Group, but relaunch with a fresh, modern look, targeted at small-to-medium size businesses who are at the beginning of their online journey.
General Manager of Digital Marketing Matthew Collins-Leslie said: “It’s not impressive enough to simply have a first page result anymore; customers expect their digital agency to understand the commercial side of their business, and by bringing together Circular Media Group’s web marketing experts and Digital Eagles’ best in class delivery team our customers stand the best chance to have their brand heard and their results delivered.”
UPDATE: It appears the offer from Web.com Group Inc. has been trumped by 5G Networks, a publicly-listed company with no relevant industry experience who is willing to pay far more than those with experience have valued the company at.
Now more than ever, it’s time to back an Australian business.
Yesterday it was announced that Webcentral Group (ASX:WCG), which includes brands such as Netregistry and Melbourne IT, recommended a scheme of arrangement to its shareholders to be wholly acquired by multi-billion dollar US company Web.com Group Inc.
This is the same company who recently acquired Dreamscape Networks, which included brands such as Crazy Domains and Vodien.
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If this acquisition is approved by their shareholders it will see Nexigen Digital become the largest Australian owned and operated web hosting and domain name company, and whilst that is a personally humbling achievement as a business owner, it means that more than 80% of the local market share will then be foreign owned.
If all of your domain names and web hosting services are already with VentraIP Australia – firstly, thank you – but this announcement won’t affect you.
But if you or anybody you know still has online services with any of these brands you may wish to consider getting them transferred over to us as soon as possible because:
Don’t forget, you can still be rewarded with a $50 prepaid Mastercard for every new customer you refer to VentraIP Australia who has a domain name and web hosting. Get your referral link by logging in to your VIPControl account and start referring us today!
Thank you for supporting our business and our 65 local staff.
Last week we celebrated our twelfth year in business and we have no plans on going anywhere anytime soon.
We have built our brand and reputation on trust. We are firmly committed to our customers and this industry, and we will continue to innovate and provide a local alternative that delivers outstanding customer service and reliable web hosting.
If there is anything we can do to improve your experience with us, please send an email to info@nexigen.digital and we will be happy to listen to your feedback.
There’s no doubt Australia is in the midst of some pretty horrific bushfires, and it’s heartbreaking to see the images and footage coming out of the firegrounds of houses, people and wildlife.
We know many of our customers are looking for somewhere to donate, or provide relief, so we wanted to bring together a list of where you can donate and how you can help. Every dollar counts, and any donation you can make will help those affected.
The Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery appeal
The Red Cross help to support people around the world, and at home, through major emergencies and trauma. With decades of experience caring for people affected by earthquakes, cyclones, floods, storms, fire, drought and other emergencies, their support will go straight to the heart of the crisis.
Donate a little or a lot. Just $50 can provide food for a family who have been evacuated from their home and $300 can help assist a family who have lost all their belongings and need to start again.
The Salvation Army Disaster appeal
Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) teams are responding to the bushfires in NSW and Queensland as an unprecedented number of emergency-level fires cause tragic loss of life and property. Your donation means helping them deliver crucial support to help devastated communities recover.
The NSW Rural Fire Service Bushfire appeal
Although good hearted people are often keen to donate household items and clothes to those in need these can be hard for the RFS to store and distribute during these times of crisis. The best way to help is with money which allows people to buy the things they need, and supports local businesses which have also been impacted.
Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund
The Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund (GERF) is a registered charity that was established in 1978 to provide immediate short-term funds to Gippslanders affected by natural disaster events. It is completely funded by donations from businesses, community groups and individuals. Run by volunteers, all donations are returned to the community.
Other Ways to Help
If you’re not in a position to spare funds, there’s other ways you can help.
If you’re in areas affected by water, heat or smoke, you can put out containers of water for wildlife. You can also donate to wildlife charities who are helping koalas, kangaroos and other animals who have been affected, including Koala Rescue Queensland, Koalas in Care, WIRES, and Wild2Free.
You can also donate old clothes and household items to the above charities, or other local groups, to be passed onto those who have lost everything.
Nexigen Digital is proud to announce that CEO Angelo Giuffrida has been elected as an auDA Director.
The announcement was made by auDA today, following the completion of a selection and ballot process in accordance with the organisation’s constitution.
“Being elected as a director of auDA is a fantastic opportunity, I look forward to providing context and practical experience based on my 11+ years in the industry,” Mr Giuffrida said.
“There’s important work to be done and I’m keen to get stuck into that”
auDA’s incumbent Chair and directors are set to complete their terms at the Annual General Meeting on 14 November 2019. The new board appointees will assume their roles on 15 November 2019.
The reconstituted auDA board will consist of an appointed chair, five appointed directors and three elected directors:
Nexigen Digital, the largest independently owned provider of web hosting and domain name registrar services in Australia, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Netorigin, a Perth-based provider of web hosting, managed WordPress and domain names.
The seven-figure deal includes more than 4,000 clients and 25,000 active services. Nexigen Digital Chief Executive, Angelo Giuffrida, said he was pleased to complete the deal in such a competitive acquisition space.
“Being able to close this deal with so many international players acquiring local companies is a definite win for us, but more importantly, it’s a big win for Netorigin customers who will now become part of the Nexigen Digitalfamily and continue to enjoy local support, but also gain access to new products and services to help grow their online businesses.”
After more than 8 years in operation, the Netorigin brand will be retired and all existing customers and services will be transferred to one of its three brands – VentraIP Australia, Zuver and Synergy Wholesale.
Managing Director of Netorigin, Blake Burton, said he is selling the business to focus on other business interests, including Attained Group, a Perth-based provider of Managed IT and Cloud Services that has been growing rapidly through acquisition.
“Nexigen Digital is one of the last remaining Australian owned and operated web hosts and I’m confident that our customers are in the best possible hands. Netorigin has been a massive part of my life for almost nine years, having started the business from scratch when I was 18 years old, but the timing feels right,” said Mr. Burton.
The acquisition adds to an already stellar year for the company, with annual group revenue on track to surpass $20M by the end of 2019.
Nexigen Digital are Australia’s largest and fastest-growing independent domain name registrars and web hosting providers in the local market. The company employs more than 55 staff members in its south-east Melbourne office to deliver industry-leading service to more than 200,000 customers.
In 2019 the company was awarded Employer of Choice in the Australian Business Awards, with prior accolades on the BRW Fast 100, CRN Fast 50 and SmartCompany Smart50 list over multiple years.
