Meet Phil Hogan: The Visionary Behind Tiberone

At the foundation of Tiberone’s success—and the driving force behind its growth—is Phil Hogan. From a newly graduated engineer in Ireland to the leader of a company trusted by major corporations across Europe, Phil’s journey is a testament to curiosity, adaptability, and people-first leadership. Tiberone has been 

at the forefront of advanced IT Service Management solutions for over 25 years, and much of that success is rooted in Phil’s vision to build something enduring from the ground up. This is the story of how his values, experience, and leadership shaped 

the future of Tiberone.

The Inception

In 1988, Phil left Ireland in pursuit of travel and opportunity. What started as a leap 

into the unknown soon turned into a life-defining journey. His first stop was Windsor in the UK, where he began his career in the oil industry. From there, he embarked on an incredible chapter of exploration and work across the mountains of Europe and Africa, the arid deserts of the Middle East, the rugged terrains of South America, the offshore platforms of the North Sea, and the jungles of Gabon, all while working on instrumentation systems and oil rigs.

Eventually, Phil returned to the UK and settled in the oil and gas capital of Europe, 

Aberdeen. The transition marked a shift from field work to the classroom, as he 

became a technical trainer. This period was pivotal, it not only sharpened his 

technical expertise, but also laid the groundwork for the strategic thinking, team leadership, and vision that would later define his role as a CEO. After working in Aberdeen, Phil returned to London to join IBM, working on a strategic air traffic 

control systems implementation. He gained valuable experience in aviation IT over several years, including time at the London Air Traffic Control Centre.

From Unix to Remedy: The Evolution Begins

By 1996, a new opportunity emerged. Phil was introduced to the innovative 

California-based Sun Microsystems, which led him to a rapidly growing company 

called Remedy. Remedy was pioneering a new workflow solution, and Sun needed a 

technical trainer to support their education initiatives. Phil stepped in, working on Unix systems and helping Sun Microsystems push Remedy into international markets.

This took him to San Francisco, where he immersed himself in Remedy’s ecosystem before returning to the UK to train others. As Remedy grew, so did its global partner network. Phil was soon headhunted by Horizon (now Fusion), a solely dedicated Remedy partner, to lead their education efforts. 

The Birth of Tiberone

By the late 1990s, Phil was working with clients such as Nationwide Building 

Society, offering specialist expertise in Remedy, which was rapidly gaining 

popularity in banking and other sectors. Recognising both the demand and 

opportunity, Tiberone was founded in 2001. As Remedy was later acquired by BMC, Tiberone naturally became a BMC partner, working across a wide range of 

customers and building relationships with hundreds of clients. It was the start of 

something far bigger… 

Tiberone’s reputation grew, and so did its footprint. Work with Vodafone in the 

Netherlands introduced Phil to Pieter Raiven, leading to Tiberone Netherlands. A 

major project with Siemens in Germany led to a collaboration with Alex Ries, 

forming Tiberone Germany. In Portugal, a new partnership with Sandra Almeida 

helped launch Tiberone Portugal. This was a pivotal moment, one that ushered in a 

period of significant growth, transformation, and renewed strategic direction. Phil counts this period of international expansion as one of his proudest achievements: building a company from a UK base into a truly global operation, powered by experienced, passionate people.

The Phil-osophy That Drives It All

At the core of Phil’s leadership philosophy is a personal commitment to empowering others. He is driven to create an environment where his team can 

grow, learn, and thrive as world-class professionals, reflecting his belief that a 

company’s success begins with its people. 

Phil recently reflected on his UK-based team, particularly those specialising in the 

VM02 space. In 2024, the team came together in person for the first time since the pandemic, brainstorming, problem-solving, and strengthening client relationships. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with clients recognising the team’s efficiency and impact. “Having a small, agile company is a superpower,” says Phil. “It’s like an efficient IT system—each component working together, quick to respond and highly effective.” His focus on personal development is unwavering; even in the fast-paced, high-pressure world of IT delivery, Phil is always introducing 

new ways to help his team evolve. For him, success isn’t just about delivering 

results, it’s about building capability, confidence, and something meaningful for the future.

Beyond the Office

Away from work, Phil is an avid open water swimmer, a keen traveller, and an enthusiastic reader. In fact, he’ll be sharing some of his favourite reads in the next 

issue of Tiberone’s internal newsletter as part of our Book Club column. He’s also a 

former marathon runner, bringing the same dedication and endurance to both his 

personal life and professional journey.

From leaving Ireland with ambition, to leading a multinational, thriving IT company, Phil has lived the vision he once dreamed of. Tiberone stands as a reflection of his journey built on trust, fuelled by expertise, and driven by a relentless pursuit of progression.