The developer of software as a service business communications tools for small-to-medium-businesses and enterprise organizations, Protus, announced that its board of directors has appointed Michael Hollend Chairman.

The fastest growing Internet fax service MyFax, my1voice the cost-effective virtual PBX phone service, and email marketing solution Campaigner are currently offered by Protus.

Hollend, who has worked with the company for over five years as a shareholder and director stated: “It has been exciting to be part of one of largest and fastest growing technology companies in Canada.” He adds: “The Company has been executing effectively and successfully on a rapid growth strategy. The addition of my1voice and Campaigner to the product offering this year proves the company is committed to providing a broad range of communications solutions to the business market. I look forward with confidence and enthusiasm to contributing to future growth.”

Hollend is a Partner at one of Canada's leading private equity firms, EdgeStone Capital Partners. EdgeStone provides capital, strategic direction and business and financial advice to help promising mid-market and early-stage companies achieve their full potential.

CEO of Protus, Joseph Nour, declared: “Michael’s enthusiasm and strategic thinking is a great advantage for Protus.” He continued: “We will continue to lead the company’s strategic focus to provide the highest quality software as a service communications tools for small-to-medium-businesses (SMB) and enterprise organizations.”

Hollend serves, in addition to Protus, on the board of directors for, Overlay TV, Maximum Throughput, MusicIP and pVelocity. He is also an observer on the Board of Directors of RedMere and Shoplogix.