Innovative Video Distribution
from Industry Veterans
VideoShip is an employee-owned corporation established in 2004 by veterans of the data, broadcast, and cable industries. We use our decades of experience to design, develop, and deliver innovative and impactful solutions. We are driven to focus on each customer and leverage the latest technology to help them succeed.
Our Team
Tom Grimes
Founder & CEO
Tom Grimes is no stranger to the broadcast industry. He worked for companies like Datacast Communications and International Datacasting before launching VideoShip in 2004, Tom understands the nuances of technology and business and always has the customer in mind – striving to see each VideoShip client succeed.
Colin Grimes
President
Colin Grimes is a hands-on leader who has experience in Operations and Business Development and skilled in digital strategy and project coordination. He is a graduate of Carleton University and enjoys helping customers find solutions that improve their workflow and their bottom line.
Mark Mayne
COO
Mark Mayne has been the Chief Operating Officer with VideoShip since 2007 and manages the service and support NOC in Pensacola, Florida. Previously Mark worked at Pathfire and Cox Media. He has a robust skill set that includes VOD, digital media, broadcast and more. When he’s not hard at work you can usually find Mark on his boat enjoying the warm gulf waters of the Florida panhandle.
Larry Klein
Chief Marketing Officer
Larry Klein joined VideoShip in 2023 as Chief Marketing Officer. Larry spent 28 years at CBS News where he was Executive Director of Affiliate Relations and Broadcast Marketing. In that role he connected with all CBS affiliate news departments and their ownership groups. Many times, exploring new ways to keep costs down and quality up.
Mia Canestrari
Director of Customer Experience
Mia Canestrari is a NBC News veteran with 26 years of experience in editorial and operations roles – both in the field and managing news teams. She understands the workflow challenges faced by today’s busy newsrooms and helps train and support our VideoShip clients.
Michael Grimes
CFO
Michael Grimes is one of the original founders of Videoship, and currently serves as the company’s Chief Financial Officer. Michael earned an MBA degree from the University of Ottawa. He is also a member in good standing of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and CPA Ontario. Michael also holds a Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) specialization certification issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).