Following its expansion to become the UK’s largest provider of parking and enforcement software, Unity5 Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Nicolina Cooper as Managing Director for the Public Sector.
Nicolina joins Unity5 as a full-time member of the senior leadership team, bringing over two decades of leadership experience within some of London’s most complex Local Authorities. Her career includes roles such as Head of Service and Assistant Director for Public Realm. Notably, during her career, she has specialised in digital and cultural transformation in the transport sector, specialising in parking and delivering millions of pounds worth of savings to local government in her 30 years in Local government.
This appointment is a cornerstone of Unity5’s strategy, ensuring that the Group’s vast Local Authority base, significantly expanded following the 2025 acquisition of Chipside, receives dedicated, expert advocacy and industry-leading product innovation.
Mark Wilson, CEO of Unity5, commented:
“Nicolina is a specialist who has spent years on the frontline of local government. She understands the pressure of managing public realm services because she has done it herself at the highest level. I’m delighted to bring Nicolina into the business, where her knowledge and experience will refine our strategy and help us innovate in this important sector. Unity5 has led innovation in the Private sector for years, and we’re bringing the same drive and ambition to the Public sector”
Nicolina Cooper, MD for Public Sector, added:
“Having spent my career leading parking, highways, and transport initiatives within Local Authorities, I know exactly what it takes to drive efficiency and implement transformational change. I am incredibly excited to join Unity5 full-time. My goal is to use my experience to ensure our technology continues to align perfectly with the evolving needs of the public sector, helping our customers build smarter, more accessible, and more efficient communities for the future.”
In her role, Nicolina will work across the business, ensuring that from first engagement through delivery and into support, Unity5 continues to deliver the excellent levels of service and innovation they are known for. She will lead a dedicated team focused on deepening customer engagement and elevating our product roadmap to help transform local government services.
