MAST appoints Trishen Moodley as new executive head: IT

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Trishen Moodley brings a blend of strategic vision, technical acumen and a legacy of impactful leadership to the forefront at MAST.

MAST, a telecommunications company and network services provider with a portfolio of more than 8,000 towers and sites, providing secure, reliable co-location services across South Africa, has appointed Trishen Moodley as its new executive head for IT. Trishen is the former CIO at Liquid Intelligent Technologies.

Trishen took to his LinkedIn page to reflect about his tenure with and subsequent departure from Liquid. “As I reflect on my time at Liquid, I feel a deep sense of gratitude for the relationships formed, the knowledge gained, and the myriad of opportunities provided. I have always strived to give my best, hoping to leave a lasting impact on this wonderful organisation. As I step into the next chapter of my professional journey, I carry with me not just skills and experiences, but memories and bonds that will last a lifetime. Liquid has been more than just a workplace; it has been a part of who I am,” he wrote.

“I am excited about the future and the new challenges it holds, yet it's hard to say goodbye to a place that has been a second home and a family. Thank you, everyone, for being a part of my journey at Liquid Intelligent Technologies. Your support, friendship, and collaboration have meant the world to me. As I bid farewell, I do so with a heart full of gratitude and optimism,” Trishen added.

Trishen began his IT career as a technology consultant with Accenture in South Africa. He then entered the telecommunications sector as a systems analyst with Telkom, and later as a business architect with Cell C. Trishen joined Liquid Intelligent Technologies in 2015 as a business support systems architect, and was appointed head of IT before joining MAST.

Trishen holds a bachelor’s degree in information technology and strategic management from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and is currently pursuing his executive MBA at UCT’s Graduate School of Business.

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