Rant & Rave, the UK leader in real-time customer engagement technology that works with half of the FTSE including Barclays, Sky and EasyJet announced the appointment of Kenny Bain as its new CEO.

Bain, previously Managing Director EMEA at Verint, will oversee the execution of Rant & Rave’s ambitious growth strategy, focussing on enhancing existing customers and their CX strategies as well as identifying international expansion opportunities.

With more than 14 years of experience in the customer engagement marketplace, working in roles for global organisations such as PWC, KANA Software and Graham Technology, Bain’s appointment marks a significant investment in expansion at Rant & Rave.

Bain comments: “Rant & Rave is at the forefront of a transformation that is redefining how organisations engage with their customers. I’m delighted to join this ambitious team and a company where each person lives and breathes customer engagement. I am joining the business at an exciting time and look forward to playing a key role in Rant & Rave’s continued success.”

Rant & Rave’s unique technology lets brands proactively communicate and gather fast feedback from their customers. By capturing the Voice of the Customer in real-time brands can offer solutions, developing long term loyalty in the process.

Nigel Shanahan, Founder of Rant & Rave, says: “We are excited to welcome Kenny on board. He brings a wealth of experience and commercial knowledge and has a strong track record in building market-leading businesses, and will strengthen Rant & Rave’s senior management team as our business growth continues to accelerate.”