Volantis Systems, which provides mobile internet software and content enablement solutions, has appointed Clare Grant to the newly-created role of chief marketing officer (CMO) as the company strengthens its international marketing and communications team.

Grant will be responsible for creating, managing and executing the global marketing strategy for Volantis’ mobile internet software solutions, including products, services and innovations.

She has over 20 years marketing and sales experience and previously served as the director of marketing for Velti, where she was responsible for global marketing strategy, product and communications. In May 2009, she was elected as a European director for the Mobile Marketing Association (MMA). Prior to Velti, Grant held senior marketing positions at ntl:Telewest Business (part of Virgin Media) and Sony.

“The addition of Clare to the team is very significant for us,” says Volantis CEO, Mark Watson. “She has a proven record in the mobile marketing and internet technology space for building strategic brand presence and driving new revenue streams. Her knowledge and experience will allow us to strengthen our position as the mobile internet company of choice for operators, media companies and enterprises.