Bio

I am an accomplished Chief Technology Office with a track record as an innovator, entrepreneur and IT industry influencer. In 2005, I co-founded the cutting-edge business Requestec, a world leader in browser based video communications. I held the role of CTO until 2014, when the business was acquired by Blackboard, the world's largest education software provider, and I was appointed to the role of Chief Architect. My early career includes a number of financial services sector roles with organisations like NatWest, Morgan Stanley and Swiss Re Group. With a passion for modern technologies, I have a deep understanding of the competitive advantage such technologies can offer to businesses. My particular areas of current interest include artificial intelligence, machine learning and FinTech. I have been fortunate to recently develop detailed experience of Amazon Cloud (AWS). Key to my success is my ability to align technology with business objectives through strategic leadership across technology, transformation, innovation, and projects. I proactively ensure that technology provides commercial value and a high-quality user experience.