Dave Monks, global VP data & analytics, governance and UX, Brambles

Describe your career to date 

I’ve worked across many areas in data and analytics over the past 23 years, for some of the world’s largest multinationals. In the past 12 years, I have led large globally diverse teams and transformations for Brambles, Reckitt, Diageo and Yildiz Holding (Pladis). I think this has given me unique perspectives across teams and cultures to drive faster insights, but also to navigate complex businesses and drive success through organisational change management.

I’m neurodiverse, which means I think differently to some people. I think this has been an asset, giving me a different perspective, a creative advantage and laser focus in problem-solving throughout my career. I am the ambassador for neurodiversity at Brambles and believe diverse teams lead to better performing teams – helping us on the path to data maturity while boosting retention and financial outcomes.

As a leader, I’m known for a strong focus on creating a data-driven culture, boosting data literacy and developing high-performing teams in partnership with internal and external customers. At the same time, I think it’s important to create a welcoming environment with lots of autonomy, high energy and fun.