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Ako Sabir, Group Chief Data Officer, Hiscox

I have over two decades of experience shaping and delivering data and technology enabled business transformation programmes. I have worked across industries including financial services and insurance, media and technology, automotive and manufacturing.   My career has taken me to numerous positions in global PLCs and private equity owned companies where I set up and […]

Paul Hollands, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, AXA

Paul Hollands

With data and AI at the heart of the business strategy, my role in putting value front and centre in what we do is a critical part of ensuring the data teams across the UK are leading in helping the business and customers succeed. I have been lucky to work with very talented and committed […]

Parvez Akhtar, Group Associate Director of Data and Insights, JD Sports Fashion

I am an experienced data and analytics professional with proven results across decades of leadership where I guided diverse teams and successfully delivered numerous major change programmes.  I have spent time working intricately with Big Data platforms and relational databases, and I have analysed a wide variety of data sources from e-commerce platforms, store POS, […]

James May, Chief Data Officer, St. James’s Place

Over the last two decades I developed a passion for large-scale strategy and problem solving in the data and technology space, and for creating environments where entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking are celebrated. I am a data, technology, and change leader experienced at identifying, delivering, and supporting new technologies that help businesses achieve their goals. […]

Gillian Tomlinson, Group Chief Data and Digital Officer, Weir Group

I am a data leader with over 20 years of global experience in leading data and digital strategy and transformation to enable business growth. Throughout my career I have worked on platform and products, technology, hyperautomation, digitalisation, business intelligence, machine learning, AI, generative AI, and data monetisation across Africa, Middle East, and Europe.  I have […]

Damien Judge, Head of Data and Analytics, RBS

I have more than 20 years’ experience in data, analytics, and leading high performing teams. My experience includes leading a full-service offshore bank, many years working through different teams in financial organisations, and multiple years in telecoms analytics. Across my career, I have delivered transformational projects across retail and commercial data systems, business analytics, digital […]

Osman Peermamode, Head of Data and Analytics, Vodafone

I am a senior data and analytics leader with a proven track record of driving business transformation through AI, cloud, and data-driven strategies. I have extensive experience in telecommunications, technology, and finance, and specialise in leveraging analytics and automation to enhance customer experience, optimise operations, and generate business value.  I lead the global data, AI, […]

Lorenzo Bavasso, Data and AI Director – Business, BT Group

Lorenzo Bavasso, Data and AI Director – Digital, BT Business, BT

I joined BT five years ago and I am leading the Data and AI team. I started in BT Global and then took the wider role when Global and Enterprise merged in one business unit. I defined and executed the data and AI strategy for BT Business.   Before BT, I led the Data and […]

Diane Berry, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Phoenix Group

Diane Berry

I have held data and analytical roles of differing seniority across energy, health, finance, education, and consultancy sectors over the course of my career. Currently, as Chief Data and Analytics Officer, my focus is on leading transformation programmes to harness the power of data and AI to improve offerings for customers and organisational efficiencies and […]

Chris Miller, Chief Data Officer, Royal London

I graduated with a degree in Computing Science and began my career at Deloitte in the Technology Assurance and Advisory practice. I qualified as a chartered accountant and gained valuable experience working with UK insurance and banking firms.   In 2015, I joined Royal London Group, starting in Group Internal Audit, which equipped me with […]

Sudharshan Ravi, Vice President Head of Data, Volvo Penta

I am one of the key drivers of Volvo Penta’s digital transformation by helping to make changes in the way data and insights are used across the organisation. The goal is not only to continue working with data platforms and analytics, data management and governance, information security and data privacy, but also to take the […]

Steve Janoo, Chief Data Analytics Officer, Diageo Plc

My career has been one of delivering rapid growth, and business results by leveraging the latest digital technology and data capabilities. I have more than 20 years’ experience shaping strategy and driving business transformation across the end-to-end value chain in global organisations.   I am shaping the future of Diageo through data, analytics, insights, and AI, […]

Sri Kanisapakkam, Chief Data Officer, Nationwide Building Society

I joined Nationwide Building Society in June 2023 as Chief Data and Analytics Officer following over 25 years of industry experience, most recently with TSB Bank and Barclays. I bring a strong track record of leading data-driven applications to drive best customer experience. I am a proven thought leader in driving customer centric transformation, harnessing […]

Simon Prinn, Director of Data Science and Analytics, Walgreens Boots Alliance

I started my career in analytics almost accidentally at Stockport Council, where my report on poverty made local news, prompting a fundamental shift in service provision. Joining Boots in 1998, I became one of the first Advantage Card Analysts and now lead more than 50 analytics specialists.  I moved across analytics and IT teams, establishing […]

Rebecca Fitzgerald, Director of Architecture, Data and AI, Yorkshire Building Society

As Director of Architecture, I focus on shaping our future through IT, data, and AI strategies, and implementing our target architecture. My mandate covers strategy, architecture and design, business partnerships, self-serve data coaching, and data and AI governance, risk, and control.   With over a decade of experience in technology, data, and change delivery, plus my […]

Paola Cagliani, EU Chief Data and AI Officer, Admiral

I am driven by a passion for harnessing data to spark transformation and innovation and started my career as a data analyst at IBM, developing a strong foundation in analytics and problem-solving. I moved to Vodafone leading major initiatives unlocking data potential, driving strategic transformations, and enhancing decision-making processes. I then led a five-year data […]

Ming Tang, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, NHS England

I joined the NHS in October 2009, leading commissioning support services in the West Midlands as the Managing Director for Healthcare Commissioning Services, and then as the Managing Director for South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Commissioning Support Unit. As Chief Data and Analytics Officer for NHS England, I am responsible for the strategic development of data […]

Martin Aylward, Head of Data and Tech, EDF Energy

After early roles at the Medical Research Council and American Express, I moved to Royal & Sun Alliance where I joined the global digital leadership initiative at the peak of the dot.com boom, which led to me getting a job in the fledgling ecommerce team and a lead role in the creation of MORE TH>N. […]

Guy Johnson, Global Chief Data Officer, Belron International

As Global Chief Data Officer at Belron International, I bring extensive experience in data-driven transformation. I began my career in finance, where I recognised the significance of data in achieving operational excellence and enhancing business performance. I have led numerous large-scale information strategies and programmes across various service and retail sectors, delivering innovative solutions that […]