Michael Helmer controls NEXTDC’s legal affairs and company secretarial functions. He has over 17 years’ experience as a general counsel and strategic advisor in a wide range of industry sectors. This includes advising on legal and commercial issues relating to technology, software, FMCG, compliance and dispute management in the UK, Australia and Asia Pacific. Prior to joining NEXTDC, Mr Helmer was director of legal services, Asia-Pacific at Symantec.