LEADERSHIP SERVICES - Key Persons


Adam Warren - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Business Innovation Leader
IT strategy and business innovation leader Adam Warren, boasts a career spanning over a decade, characterised by significant achievements in high-level IT and business strategy roles. His journey in the tech industry started when he assumed the role of Managing Director at Tandem Systems Ltd. Over the course of nearly ten years at Tandem Systems, Adam was pivotal in transforming the company into a crucial technology ally for numerous businesses. His strategic initiatives were fundamental in diminishing operational risks, enhancing overall performance, and amplifying productivity. He adeptly leveraged contemporary technological advancements to foster business innovation, accelerate growth, and enhance productivity, thus ensuring a robust competitive advantage for the company. Adam's career trajectory took him to Aabyss Limited, where he served as the Chief Information Officer for over two years. In this role, he continued to demonstrate exceptional skill in driving digital transformation and strategic IT management. His skill set during this period expanded to include Cloud Computing and specialised strategies for Chief Information Officers, reflecting his ability to adapt to the rapidly evolving IT landscapes and business needs. Currently, Adam holds the position of Director of Strategy at Quantive. He has been instrumental in leading the consulting function within the business. As an IT strategy and business innovation leader, Adam is responsible for setting new standards and processes to ensure consistent excellence across client businesses. He collaborates closely with client leadership teams to develop innovative strategies, using technology as a catalyst for industry-wide change. Adam's leadership extends to overseeing internal and outsourced teams, including project engineers, support staff, system integrators, and developers, ensuring the successful delivery of IT projects and upholding high service standards.

Andrew Elia - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Distinguished Digital Innovation Strategist
Andrew Elia, a distinguished digital innovation strategist, excels in marrying technical expertise with strategic business acumen.... Read About Andrew Andrew Elia, a distinguished digital innovation strategist, excels in marrying technical expertise with strategic business acumen. Andrew has built a career over twenty years. This has been marked by key roles in internet, mobile, desktop, and embedded systems, demonstrating his ability to innovate in the dynamic tech landscape. In his role as Consultant Technical Director at Athlon and ustwo, Andrew focuses on developing and implementing advanced technical strategies. He brings a deep understanding of the industry's nuances. This helps in guiding these organisations through complex technical challenges to remain at the forefront of digital innovation. As the Managing Director of Arishi, Andrew's strategic vision has significantly expanded the company's influence in the tech sector. In this role, he is responsible for the overall operations, strategic direction, and client relations. This has helped in effectively steering the company towards sustained growth and innovation. A hallmark of Andrew's approach is his exceptional communication skills, making him an effective advocate for new technological solutions. He excels in articulating complex technical concepts to a diverse range of stakeholders. This esnures clear understanding and fostering strong client relationships. This skill set has been instrumental in enhancing client engagement and driving sales through intelligent and accessible communication of technical offerings. Andrew's expertise extends beyond technical knowledge. He is adept at identifying efficient methods to deliver and monetise technical innovation, content, and information. His insights are invaluable in assisting clients to navigate the shifting technical and commercial environments, enabling them to capitalise on emerging opportunities.

Andrew Trovalusci - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Andrew Trovalusci is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstr... Read About Andrew

Barry German - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Barry German is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated ... Read About Barry

Brett Cooper - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Technical and Commercial Leader
Brett is an experienced technical and commercial leader with over 20 years of experience, with a passion for technical excellence,... Read About Brett Brett is an experienced technical and commercial leader with over 20 years of experience, with a passion for technical excellence, building high-performance teams and demonstrating ROI. A confident communicator at all levels, including C-Suite, he has worked across multimillion-pound businesses and start-ups in growth mode across a range of sectors. Brett's experience covers technical strategy, Solution architecture, Building/Coaching/Mentoring teams, Software development process as well as experience exiting a business

Chris Crow - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
  • Strategic Product Management Expert
Chris Crow, a strategic product management expert, has marked his career with roles showcasing his expertise in leading commercial... Read About Chris Chris Crow, a strategic product management expert, has marked his career with roles showcasing his expertise in leading commercial development and enhancing customer experiences. As the Senior Group Product Manager - Consumer at EurotaxGlass's, he played an instrumental role in the commercial development of the Consumer sector. He led the development of a consumer proposition through a Lead Driver tool across several European countries, effectively meeting local customer requirements. In his role as Senior Group Product Manager - Dealer, Crow further demonstrated his capacity for strategic product management by developing Dealer sector products that profitably met customer needs. His effective adoption of best practices from various regions and strong stakeholder management ensured the successful implementation and acceptance of these changes. Crow's tenure as Project Director at HK Remarketing showcased his ability to support the growth of rapidly expanding businesses. His primary focus on developing customer propositions and implementing new clients contributed significantly to the company's expansion. HK Remarketing's class-leading management and workflow tools in the vehicle remarketing and transport sectors underscored his strategic product management prowess. His experience at Fleet Assist further diversified his portfolio. As the Strategic Alliance and Revenue Projects Manager and Head of Network & Technical Services, he identified new business opportunities and developed relationships with suppliers and customers, adapting to the structural changes in the UK automotive landscape.

Chris Nourse - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Chris Nourse is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated ... Read About Chris

Chris Perkins - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Chris is an entrepreneurial marketing professional with extensive experience in Sales, Marketing, and Business Development, partic... Read About Chris Chris is an entrepreneurial marketing professional with extensive experience in Sales, Marketing, and Business Development, particularly within well-known consumer-facing brands across various sectors. His expertise spans retail, luxury travel and leisure, luxury homeware, and FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods). Chris has a remarkable track record of working with high-profile, prestigious, and luxury global brands. In addition to his impressive background in the corporate world, Chris also boasts extensive experience in Private Equity. He excels in developing and implementing strategies to drive growth and turnaround business ventures. Chris's achievements include the development and management of an internationally recognised award-winning global tourist attraction. He spearheaded revenue growth across multiple facets of the attraction, including retail, food and beverage, and interactive sites. His success can be attributed to his strategic partnership development skills. Chris has managed a $100 million+ global licensing business for a luxury lifestyle brand. He consistently delivered impressive growth figures and introduced the brand as a franchise opportunity across various home furnishing, accessory, and hospitality categories worldwide. Chris has also taken on the role of managing the global sales and marketing function for a private equity-backed luxury cruise business in Australia. His responsibilities included overseeing the introduction of new ships and creating innovative product content tailored to the Australasian market.

Clive Stainton - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Clive Stainton is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrate... Read About Clive

Craig Canham - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
  • Digital Marketing Leadership Expert
Digital Marketing Leadership expert Craig Canham has a rich background in enhancing brand value and driving business growth throug... Read About Craig has a rich background in enhancing brand value and driving business growth through innovative digital strategies. His tenure as Marketing Director at Springer Nature is a testament to his experience. In this role, Craig led a 26-member team, collaborating with external agencies to develop and implement scalable digital marketing strategies that significantly bolstered the brand's presence. His strategic insights into targeted positions fuelled the execution of impactful global marketing campaigns. He was able evaluate and analyse marketing efforts based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Return on Investment (ROI), ensuring that the company's marketing initiatives were both effective and efficient. Craig's leadership at Springer Nature resulted in an 11% year-over-year increase in revenue, a 20% rise in submissions, and a notable enhancement in subscriptions and usage through effective utiliaation of analytical KPI tools. Following his success at Springer Nature, Craig joined Carve as the Head of Client Delivery & Client Partner. Here, he played a crucial role in the company's transformation from a consultancy to an agency, which led to its successful acquisition by AIA/TMP Worldwide in 2019. His approach at Carve integrated metrics and relationship-building, a hallmark of his digital marketing leadership style, creating an environment where creativity and profitability thrived. Craig's mentoring skills also shone through as he focused on the growth and development of his team, ensuring high performance and career progression. At Carve, Craig's achievements included a 20% increase in new business revenue within the first six months, implementation of a comprehensive business process review, and the enhancement of client relationship potential. Craig Canham's career highlights his exceptional skills, operational management, and client relationship building, making him a valuable asset in any strategic marketing or operational leadership role.

Dale McQueen - VP of Sales

Job Titles:
  • Sales Director
  • Innovative Sales Leadership Expert
  • Managing Director at Sandler
Innovative sales leadership expert Dale started his leadership career at NT CADCAM, where he served as a Sales Manager. Here, Dale... Read About Dale Innovative sales leadership expert Dale started his leadership career at NT CADCAM, where he served as a Sales Manager. Here, Dale demonstrated his skills by adding and staffing two new offices and significantly growing revenues by over 100% year on year. His talent for building a technical and sales team from the ground up. This resulted in region-leading performance and exceptional customer service. His skills in sales operations, business planning, customer acquisition, and marketing played a crucial role in this success. Dale then embarked on a new venture as the Founder and Managing Director of McQueen Gin. His time was marked by transforming visions into successful commercial strategies. Dale grew the business from a startup to a valuation of over £10 million in just four years. Under his innovative sales leadership, McQueen Gin became one of Scotland's most sought-after spirits. McQueen gin established itself as the largest supplier to several major retailers like ALDI Scotland and expanding its reach globally with export contracts in multiple countries. The company's growth to a production capacity of over 12 million bottles per annum. Also, the gin received numerous awards, including the Scottish Gin Growth Company of the Year. Dale is now Managing Director at Sandler, where he continues to apply his extensive skills in consultative selling and key account development. His role involves training, coaching, and inspiring small to medium-sized companies to achieve sales success in various markets.

Damien D'souza

Job Titles:
  • IT / Operations Director
Damien boasts a career spanning over three decades, holding pivotal roles such as CIO, COO, and Commercial Director. As a senior technology transformation leader, he has been at the forefront of driving change and innovation in the tech industry. His tenure includes stints at global giants like IBM, Nokia, and Telecom. This time has equipped him with a unique blend of senior management expertise. This vast experience enables Damien to assist companies in carving out their niche by crafting unparalleled value propositions. Furthermore, his skills are not limited to management; Damien excels in business and technology transformation. He has a proven track record of acting as a senior technology transformation leader on initiatives across diverse digital platforms. These include technology enterprises, and media channels. His leadership style is rooted in a deep understanding of both business and technology.

Darryl Petch - CIO, CTO

Job Titles:
  • CTO
  • IT Director
  • Strategic IT Consultancy Expert
Strategic IT consultancy expert Darryl began his leadership career his role as the Technical Director at Towersolve Ltd. In this p... Read About Darryl Strategic IT consultancy expert Darryl began his leadership career his role as the Technical Director at Towersolve Ltd. In this position, Darryl, as the Director and Founder, played a critical role in shaping the IT infrastructure for small, medium, and large organisations in the North East of England. His responsibilities involved designing, procuring, and installing network and infrastructure solutions within agreed budgets and timescales. His ability to manage these complex projects showcased his aptitude for understanding and addressing the varied IT needs of different organisations. Currently, Darryl serves as the CTO at The CTO Practice. This position further underscores his skills in strategic IT consultancy. At The CTO Practice, Darryl is involved in delivering virtual CTO services, including M&A support, consultancy, and board advisory services. His work involves collaborating with experienced CTOs within the vibrant technology industry to identify and realise opportunities for clients. Darryl excels in translating complex technology solutions into simple commercial business propositions. In particular highlighting his unique ability to bridge the gap between technology and business needs. His role at The CTO Practice demonstrates his unparalleled ability to understand and contribute to business transformation journeys. Darryl prides himself on his strategic approach to IT consultancy. He offers solutions that not only align with technological advancements but also deliver tangible business benefits. Throughout his career, Darryl has consistently proven his expertise in leading and advising on technology strategies and implementations. His skills have greatly benefitted the organisations he has worked with. This has helped in positioning him as a key figure in the field of IT consultancy and strategic technology leadership.

Dave Joyce - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
Dave's career in fintech leadership and strategy expertise spans over 25 years, encompassing a broad range of roles in payment, fi... Read About Dave Dave's career in fintech leadership and strategy expertise spans over 25 years, encompassing a broad range of roles in payment, fintech, and software technology. His experience stretches across established international businesses like Visa and multinational software companies such as CREALOGIX, to pivotal roles in start-ups and scaling businesses including Ixaris and Weavr. At Visa, Dave held multiple senior management positions, managing the P&L for the processing business and leading business operations across Europe. At Ixaris, a pioneer in delivering virtual cards and accounts to the travel industry, he further developed his leadership skills. As General Manager & COO, he played a key role in doubling the company's revenue and achieving breakeven, while establishing strategic global partnerships and expanding the business in Europe and the APAC region. In his role at Weavr, an emerging leader in embedded finance, Dave led the executive team as COO. He was instrumental in building the operating model and execution framework, which was key in securing a significant $40 million Series A VC investment in 2021. Dave's expertise extends to consultancy, with projects in Dubai, Jersey, and the UK, all centred on fintech and financial services. He specialises in supporting founder CEOs and leadership teams in start-up and scaling businesses, effectively turning strategy into execution. Currently advising several fintech businesses across the UK, Dave also contributes as a coach and mentor for a Manchester-based accelerator.

Dave Loughenbury - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
David is a dedicated professional who offers strategic IT consulting and digital transformation expertise. His commitment lies in ... Read About Dave David is a dedicated professional who offers strategic IT consulting and digital transformation expertise. His commitment lies in ensuring that the deliverables not only align seamlessly with the business strategy but also yield tangible, measurable results. With a wealth of experience, David assist companies in identifying their IT needs. He also crafts a comprehensive roadmap that fosters business growth through a pragmatic and expeditious delivery of business outcomes. David's expertise has been instrumental in helping organisations drive remarkable digital transformations. These transformations have consistently surpassed expectations, often delivering 20% more than the originally approved business case. For example, David spearheaded a 3-year payback period was achieved in an astonishingly short 8 months. This achievement was possible by harmonising customer needs, implementing new IT systems, and facilitating focused colleague training. Furthermore, David has consistently collaborated with organisations to ensure the continuous delivery of value and the proportional alignment of costs with the business needs. His approach has resulted in notable cost savings, with improvements in digital delivery and supplier sourcing leading to reductions of up to 30%.

David Jaggard - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
David Jaggard is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated... Read About David

David Warburton Broadhurst - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
David Warburton Broadhurst provides businesses with strategic IT leadership expertise, boasting a career spanning over two decades... Read About David David Warburton Broadhurst provides businesses with strategic IT leadership expertise, boasting a career spanning over two decades. His most notable role was as the Chief Information Officer at M247, where he led Metronet (UK). Under his stewardship, Metronet emerged as a trailblazer in the telecommunications sector, known for its exceptional service and as one of the UK's foremost hybrid wired and wireless Internet Service Providers. During his time at Metronet, he blended innovative wired and wireless technologies to offer state-of-the-art connectivity solutions. This strategic approach led to the delivery of services at a pace tenfold faster than traditional ISPs, setting new benchmarks in internet connectivity with speeds from 1Mbps to 10Gbps. David's extensive service portfolio at Metronet included a variety of solutions like leased line services, complex multi-site MPLS solutions, cloud-based hosted services, voice and managed hosting, 3G connectivity for remote workers, and CCTV services. David's proficiency extends beyond technical skills, embodying a deep understanding of aligning technology with complex business needs. His strategic IT leadership expertise is evident in his ability to manage diverse, multi-vendor, multi-skilled, and multi-cultural teams, overseeing large technology projects with budgets up to $10 million, and driving change across international borders.

David Webb - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
David, an accomplished IT Director/CIO, offering IT leadership in multiple sectors, including B2B, B2C, professional services, pharmaceuticals, media, retail, airlines, financial institutions, and the corporate world. With his extensive experience in the IT domain, he has made significant contributions while working with world-class organisations and prestigious ‘Big 4' consultancies. One of David's standout qualities is his keen commercial awareness, coupled with a wide-ranging IT skill set. He has consistently delivered cost-effective IT solutions and driven business process transformations through the strategic deployment of emerging technologies. His approach to IT leadership is nothing short of visionary. David's strategy revolves around close engagement with key business stakeholders and third-party partners. He understands the importance of aligning IT initiatives with overarching business objectives, ensuring that the solutions he delivers are not only technologically advanced but also cost-appropriate. David excels in managing IT functions for international businesses. He brings a wealth of experience in program management, project delivery, and support services. His expertise extends to change management and business transformation, where he has successfully led and delivered IT-based solutions that have had a profound impact on organisations.

David Wood - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
David is an IT Director with business-driven expertise. He is consistently focusing on solutions that enhance operational efficien... Read About David David is an IT Director with business-driven expertise. He is consistently focusing on solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business success. David, possessing a wealth of advanced technical knowledge and a diverse cross-sector background, excels in delivering multi-dimensional digital transformation programs. At his core, David is a strategic thinker who has a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between technology and business needs. He excels in managing "full-cycle" projects, meticulously capturing and analysing requirements. His approach extends beyond technical execution, as he actively facilitates effective communication and ensures optimized project delivery. David thrives at the intersection of the business and technical realms. He possesses the unique ability to translate business requirements into precise technical specifications, all while conveying complex possibilities in clear and simple terms. His teamwork-oriented approach is underpinned by valuable problem-solving skills, enabling him to engage effectively with stakeholders at all organisational levels. David's commitment lies in identifying and addressing needs comprehensively, leaving no stone unturned. When it comes to technology, David is well-versed in current and emerging trends. His focus extends to today's priorities, such as cloud computing, security, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, he keeps a keen eye on tomorrow's technical landscapes, ensuring that organizations remain well-prepared for future challenges. As a motivational senior leader, David always keeps the bigger picture in mind. He's not just about implementing technology; he's about offering cutting-edge solutions that align with both end-user satisfaction and overarching business objectives. With his guidance, IT departments can truly become drivers of innovation and success.

Doug West - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Doug brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to our team with a diverse background in various discipl... Read About Doug Doug brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to our team with a diverse background in various disciplines and industries, equipping him with a unique perspective on marketing strategies. He specialises in aligning marketing initiatives with overall business goals, identifying and bridging gaps in team skills, and leading marketing resources to maximize their effectiveness and performance. Doug's expertise also extends to identifying potential vulnerabilities in marketing strategies and operations with an approach tailored to each business's specific needs.

Eric Healing - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Eric Healing is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrate... Read About Eric

Francois Tual - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Francois Tual is one of our experienced fractional Finance directors.Our team provide a range of services that can ensure your... Read About Francois

Gary Gautier - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Gary is an experienced software management professional with an impressive track record of over two decades in the field. His exte... Read About Gary Gary is an experienced software management professional with an impressive track record of over two decades in the field. His extensive expertise and solid understanding of project dynamics make him a valuable asset for any organisation. With a strong focus on customer service and a keen commercial awareness, Gary's passion has been a driving force behind numerous industry success stories and awards. Throughout his career, Gary has successfully led multi-million-pound conversion and business change initiatives spanning across the United Kingdom and Europe. His specialisations lie in getting things done efficiently and fostering teamwork within organisations. Gary finds genuine satisfaction in building effective relationships between organisations. He loves enabling them to collaborate seamlessly and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes for all parties involved.

Graham Buck - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Graham's career spans over 25 years, during which time he has acted as the Trusted Advisor, and Business Leader to various Liste... Read About Graham Graham's career spans over 25 years, during which time he has acted as the Trusted Advisor, and Business Leader to various Listed and Private Equity backed businesses. He is a seasoned CFO/FD. Throughout his professional journey, he has supported businesses across the full financial lifecycle including the startup phase, acquisitions and financing, integrations, implementations and management of SOX/IFRS and FRS102 reporting, to successful divestments and exits. Graham has spearheaded these major financial initiatives and successfully led the Due Diligence process for several of these projects, maximising the transaction value to the organisation. He has grown into an expert on maximising cash flow and in his last role achieved a cash growth in excess of 150% of target, whilst managing the P&L to budget, and effectively reducing costs as required, to achieve these results. As a Project Manager, Graham has also successfully led several international ERP rollouts (Incl. SAP & INFOR), and various internal restructuring initiatives. His career has covered a number of diverse industries but focussed mainly on Tech, IT, Manufacturing and Professional Services, both locally and internationally.

Greig Orrell - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
  • E - Commerce and Technology Leadership Expert
E-commerce and technology leadership expert Greig Orrell has established himself as a figure in the tech and online retail sectors... Read About Greig E-commerce and technology leadership expert Greig Orrell has established himself as a figure in the tech and online retail sectors. His tenure as the Managing Director and Co-Founder of WebAntics.com, a premier South African online store, marked a period of significant growth and innovation. During this time, Orrell's leadership was instrumental in managing a dynamic team, driving revenue growth, and formulating effective digital marketing strategies. He adeptly handled operational management, content strategy, and financial forecasting, showcasing his comprehensive skill set in e-commerce management. Under Greig's stewardship, WebAntics.com flourished, offering over 20,000 IT products and consumer electronics. His strategic initiatives in SEO and SEM, coupled with his proficiency in social media marketing, played a critical role in boosting customer engagement and conversion rates. He also demonstrated a keen ability to track customer demographics and purchasing behaviour, leveraging this data to optimise the online shopping experience and drive business success. Transitioning to SigniFlow, Greig continued his journey in E-commerce and technology leadership as the Director of Sales and Business Development for the UK, EU, and MENA regions, and subsequently as the Regional Director. In these roles, he was responsible for business operations, sales strategy, and business development across diverse regions. His strategic leadership was pivotal in developing comprehensive business strategies that resulted in substantial revenue growth and market expansion. Greig's skills and attributes as an innovative, ambitious leader extend across technology, online retailing, and the SaaS sectors. He is known for his ability to inspire teams, navigate diverse markets, and manage crises effectively. His exceptional communication and negotiation skills have enabled him to establish successful stakeholder relationships and strategic partnerships, furthering his reputation as a leader capable of delivering innovative solutions.

Hemant Singh - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Strategic Business Transformation and Growth Leadership Expert
Strategic business transformation and growth leadership expert Hemant Singh is a dynamic and accomplished professional. As the Man... Read About Hemant Strategic business transformation and growth leadership expert Hemant Singh is a dynamic and accomplished professional. As the Managing Director of Neeyv, his role has been crucial in the United Kingdom's business landscape. Hemant's leadership in founding and shaping the consultancy organisation involves overseeing strategy, business sourcing, client portfolio management, quality control, and profit & loss operations. Hemant's tenure at Neeyv is marked by his ability to assist companies in meeting their visions and objectives. He has transformed struggling functions and teams, while also elevating well-functioning areas to new heights. His effectiveness in communicating the impacts of business model transitions has enabled informed decision-making at the board and director levels. His strategic negotiations and team-building skills have supported the company's evolution, particularly in setting up architecture managed service organisations. Hemant's influence on boards and senior executives through data-driven insights has been vital in realigning strategies for efficiency and effectiveness. Singh then expanded his leadership reach as the CEO of Conso4s. Here, he is accountable for the comprehensive operations of the company, including strategy, profit & loss, talent development, compliance, sales, and sourcing. His guidance through the COVID-19 challenges has led to considerable business growth. Hemant's strategies in revamping client businesses, launching new products, and entering new markets reflect his strategic business transformation and growth leadership. Additionally, he has instituted sustainable, lean, and cost-effective IT development and maintenance practices.

Hugo Smith - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Hugo Smith is a prominent figure in agile tech leadership in broadband and IT. He has over a decade of experience in spearheading ... Read About Hugo Hugo Smith is a prominent figure in agile tech leadership in broadband and IT. He has over a decade of experience in spearheading technological advancements and business growth across various sectors. His expertise spans broadband services, IT consulting, and fractional leadership roles. This has made him a versatile and effective leader in the technology domain. During his tenure as Chief Technology Officer at broadbandchoices.co.uk, Hugo was pivotal in advancing the platform's technology to position it as a leading choice for consumers in Europe in the field of broadband and mobile phone comparisons. He achieved a threefold increase in Agile productivity using Lean, Kanban, and Scrum methodologies, coupled with robust program management. A significant milestone was his leadership in transitioning to a fully cloud-based infrastructure on AWS, facilitating the closure of an inflexible Co-Lo data centre. His approach of close stakeholder engagement and extensive A-B testing ensured aligned, iterative product development. Hugo's role as a Principal - Fractional CTO/CIO at Freeman Clarke underscored his skills in agile tech leadership in broadband and IT. In this position, he focused on delivering independent, client-centric technology leadership in the mid-market sector. His work involved shaping technology strategies, enhancing digital infrastructure, leading team development, and adding value in custom software and business systems integration. Hugo has also been serving as a Managing Consultant at Eastburn Technology Consultancy. In this role, he has demonstrated his broad expertise in various online sectors, undertaking IT Director, CIO/CTO roles. Also he has managed programs and change for a diverse clientele. Specialising in enhancing Agile productivity, he has been instrumental in building high-performance teams. This involved conducting outsourcing reviews for improved service management and development. His focus on selecting the best hosting solutions, including cloud technologies, and applying governance to system and software selection.

Ian Dalton - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
  • Chief Operations Officer at Omnico Group
Ian Dalton, an expert in operational leadership in software services, has enhanced operational efficiencies and driven innovation.... Read About Ian Ian Dalton, an expert in operational leadership in software services, has enhanced operational efficiencies and driven innovation. He has worked across various leading companies. At Software of Excellence, Dalton was the Head of Operations and Support. There, he led the company to become a top dental practice management software provider. The company served over 6,000 customers in the UK and Ireland under his leadership. His operational leadership was crucial in managing business forecasting. He also implemented Lean initiatives at the company. These efforts resulted in significant lead time reduction and revenue growth. There was a substantial increase in partnership income streams under his leadership. The company's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) also improved significantly. As the Chief Operations Officer at Omnico Group, Dalton led a transformative change management initiative, rebuilding the engineering and services teams, which enhanced delivery times and customer confidence. His approach in restructuring engineering processes and establishing a global Project Management Office (PMO) led to a marked improvement in team utilisation and performance. Prior to his role at Omnico Group, Dalton excelled as the Group Operations Director at a global customer engagement technology company. There, he was instrumental in developing Azure-hosted customer transaction and engagement platforms. His strategic approach in prioritising backlogs and implementing SaaS tools like Mavenlink significantly improved operational visibility and planning capabilities. Dalton's comprehensive skillset, which includes Operational Excellence, Agile Methodologies, Risk Management, and Strategic Partnerships, cements his status as a leader in Operational Leadership in Software Services. His career is characterised by his ability to drive business growth, effectively lead teams, and implement innovative solutions in the software and service sectors.

Jake Shand - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
  • Business Growth Specialist
Digital marketing and business growth specialist Jake Shand, has established a remarkable track record in propelling businesses to... Read About Jake

James Stanbridge - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
James, a highly skilled and experienced senior product and customer success leader, has consistently demonstrated his ability to d... Read About James

Jamie Young - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Jamie Young is one of our experienced fractional Finance directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstra... Read About Jamie

Jason Sahota - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Jason Sahota is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated... Read About Jason

Joanne Safo - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Joanne Safo offers innovative leadership in insurtech and insurance, and her remarkable journey in these sectors exemplifies the t... Read About Joanne

John Prendergast - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
John's history of innovative IT leadership began in his role as the IT Director at The Dairy Farm Group. In this position, he was ... Read About John

Jon Alford - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Jon Alford is a distinguished figure in the realm of SaaS solutions leadership, with a career spanning over a decade in the techno... Read About Jon

Jonathon McGregor - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Jonathan has showcased his expertise in digital marketing and strategic leadership throughout his extensive 20-year career. He has... Read About Jonathon

Julie Garaway - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Julie is a highly experienced and accomplished Senior Digital Marketing CX Leader. She has over 14 years of expertise gained throu... Read About Julie

Karl Lloyd - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
  • Commercial Finance Director
Karl is a seasoned Commercial Finance Director. He has a track record of collaborating with ambitious business owners, CEOs, and M... Read About Karl

Kate Huang - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
  • Marketing and Leadership Specialist
Kate is a seasoned marketing and leadership specialist, renowned for her ability to craft creative strategies and deliver tangible... Read About Kate

Keith Turner - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Keith Turner is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated ... Read About Keith

Kevin Holian

Job Titles:
  • IT / Operations Director
Kevin works with companies and organisations to assess their direction, objectives and strategies. Providing constructive challeng... Read About Kevin

Laura Holmes - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Laura is a highly accomplished technology marketing specialist with over two decades of experience in both B2B and B2C marketing. ... Read About Laura

Lee Willams - COO

Job Titles:
  • Operations Director
Lee, an individual with an background in operational excellence expertise, has made significant contributions to the business worl... Read About Lee

Les Kerjenski - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Les specialises in providing senior-level technology leadership and digital transformation expertise and has a proven track record... Read About Les

Mandy Stephens - COO

Job Titles:
  • Finance
  • Operations Director
  • Leadership Expert
Senior financial and operational leadership expert Mandy Stephens has a remarkable career spanning over decades in various high-le... Read About Mandy

Mark Stanton-Bennett - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Mark's experience in strategic technology leadership is marked by his tenure as the Head of Front Office Technology at Sunrise Bro... Read About Mark

Martin King - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Martin King is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated t... Read About Martin

Matt Townshend - VP of Sales

Job Titles:
  • Sales Director
Matt is an exceptionally accomplished and experienced sales leader with a remarkable career spanning over two decades. With expert... Read About Matt

Michaela Keene - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Management Specialist
Michaela, a seasoned change management specialist, is dedicated to improving business practices for enhanced effectiveness. She fo... Read About Michaela

Mike Todd - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Mike boasts an impressive track record as an experienced IT professional in the finance industry, accumulating over two decades of...

Nigel Ayres - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Nigel Ayers is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our team provide a range of services that can align your technol... Read About Nigel

Paul Hudson - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Paul Hudson is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated t... Read About Paul

Peter Mills

Job Titles:
  • IT / Operations Director
  • Operations Leadership Expert
IT Operations Leadership expert Peter Mills has an extensive background in IT and cybersecurity. His career, spanning decades, sho... Read About Peter

Rees Watkins - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Rees Watkins is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated... Read About Rees

Richard George - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Richard George is a distinguished figure in the realm of technology leadership and transformation. With years of experience in hig... Read About Richard

Rob Pimenta - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Rob Pimenta is one of our experienced fractional Finance directors.Our team provide a range of services that can ensure your f... Read About Rob

Rohit Sabikhi - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Rohit Sabikhi is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated... Read About Rohit

Sameer Rahman

Job Titles:
  • Data Director
  • Data Leader
Sameer is a renowned Data Leader, earning recognition as one of the Top 100 Data Leaders in the UK. He has firmly established hims... Read About Sameer

Simon Heyes - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Simon Heyes is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated ... Read About Simon

Simon Hudson - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Simon Hudson is one of our experienced fractional IT directors.Our IT Directors are carefully selected as having demonstrated ... Read About Simon

Stephen Morris - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • CTO With a Focus
With a passion for software development at his core, Stephen is a CTO with a Focus on Technology Innovation. Stephen has spent the... Read About Stephen

Stuart Duthie - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
Stuart Duthie is renowned for digital transformation leadership in IT, with a career spanning over a decade. He has held a series ... Read About Stuart

Susana Maram

Job Titles:
  • Business Innovation Expert

Susana Marambio - CMO

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Director
Strategic marketing leadership and business innovation expert Susana Marambio has over 15 years experience in the industry. Her te... Read About Susana

Tim Felix

Job Titles:
  • Tim Felix / IT / Managing Director
Tim specialises in providing part-time IT Director services and strategic consultancy to small and medium-sized organisations. His... Read About Tim

Victor Porter - CIO

Job Titles:
  • IT Director
  • Certified Expert
Victor Porter is a certified expert in outdoor digital advertising innovation. His journey began as Digital Technology Consultant ... Read About Victor

Victoria Breeze - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Finance Director
Victoria boasts a remarkable 20-year career in the finance industry, with a decade of experience as a seasoned Commercial CFO with...