About iCobus

Cobus Swanepoel is the founder and Managing Director of the iCobus Group of companies across the UK, Ireland and South Africa with brings over 28 years of experience in ICT Infrastructure and Structured Cabling solutions. With a strong focus on operational excellence and client satisfaction, Cobus has developed the business into a trusted partner for major construction, commercial, and technology-driven projects across the UK, EU and Africa.

Under his leadership, iCobus has expanded its service offerings to include managed services, strategic resourcing, and turnkey project delivery — consistently aligning with evolving industry trends and technological advancements. Known for his hands-on leadership style and deep understanding of ICT infrastructure environments, Cobus is committed to driving innovation and delivering high-performance solutions that meet the complex demands of modern construction and enterprise networks.

Away from work, Cobus is still a competitive cyclist who enjoys endurance events, rugby, Surfski paddling and surfing. A devoted husband and proud father to 3 beautiful children he’s a family man first and foremost.

Claire is the Operations Manager at iCobus, bringing nearly 20 years of experience across corporate and small enterprise environments in the International Services Industry, including Immigration, Employer of Record (EOR), and Mobility.

At iCobus, she oversees daily business operations, ensuring efficiency, quality control, and full legal and financial compliance. Working closely with the Managing Director and Legal Counsel, Claire plays a key role in supporting strategic growth and maintaining organisational integrity.

Her focus on operational excellence and commitment to positively impacting the team, clients, and stakeholders is at the heart of everything she does.

Outside of work, Claire is a proud mum of two and enjoys time with family and friends, whether it’s sushi and movie nights or hopping on a train to Elgin in full Harry Potter gear.

Lucas is the Service Delivery Manager at iCobus, with over five years at the company. He plays a vital role in ensuring key business services run smoothly and supports both contract and permanent staffing across structured cabling, WiFi, and IT deployment projects throughout the UK and EMEA.

Before joining iCobus, Lucas attended Rutlish School and later Shiplake College on a sports scholarship. He captained his school rugby team, played for Surrey County, and was part of the Harlequins and London Broncos academies.

Outside of work, Lucas is a qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer and enjoys staying active through cycling, running, and surfing. He’s also a keen follower of rugby and MMA and values time spent with family and friends.

Phil has joined the iCobus team as an Account Manager. Seasoned IT sales leader with over 20 years of experience delivering high-value infrastructure, networking, and data center solutions across the UK and South Africa. Recognized for driving multi-million-dollar deals for multinational organizations such as Honeywell and 3M, forging strategic partnerships, and aligning technology with business goals. Have a proven track record in enterprise solution sales, vendor engagement, and building lasting client relationships in sectors from corporate and retail to industrial. Phil holds dual status as a UK citizen and South African permanent resident, bringing valuable insights and experience from both countries.

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John Blake is the Office Manager at iCobus, having been with the team since 2018. Starting as a Projects Coordinator, he quickly became integral to daily operations, and for the past two years has overseen workflow, timesheets, invoicing, and general office management.

Known for his structured approach and attention to detail, John ensures everything behind the scenes runs smoothly, supporting the wider team and keeping projects on track.

Outside the office, he’s a motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys restoring bikes, getting out on the road, and following the fast-paced world of MotoGP.

Clayton Zeeman is a Project Coordinator at iCobus, bringing over 20 years of experience in IT, sales, account management, and recruitment. Since joining the team six months ago, he’s focused on building strong client relationships, streamlining operations, and supporting project delivery through clear communication and strategic planning.

With a background in both IT and talent acquisition, Clayton is skilled at aligning project goals with business needs while connecting people to the right solutions.

Outside of work, he’s a certified scuba diving instructor and gaming enthusiast who enjoys outdoor adventures with his family. He lives by the motto: “Chance favours the prepared mind.”

With a Sound Design Degree, Emanuele started his career as a live sound engineer for concerts across Northern Italy, then touring as a light designer for musicals in Italy and Switzerland. Looking for more challenges, he moved to London as a Senior Live Technician, delivering conferences at major expo venues such Excel, Business Design Centre, Olympia, and Arsenal Stadium.

His love of video games pulled him into coding competitions, that led him to a Data Science & AI Degree in Berlin. After a Data Scientist role at Mercedes-Benz, he now works at iCobus.

He has stopped touring with his metal and rock bands but still plays drum machines and synths while his cat stares at him.

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Mark is a Project Manager at iCobus with over 35 years’ experience in network planning and structured cabling. Before joining iCobus, he spent a decade as a Senior Network Planner and now oversees large-scale installation, migration, and upgrade projects across the UK.