3. Steve Pimblett, chief data officer, The Very Group

Describe your career to date 

My CDO journey began with a BsC in applied statistics and computing in my hometown of Liverpool. From that point, I was motivated by the application of data and technology to drive commercial value and customer experiences. As general manager of data at Monesupermarket.com, I helped the nation save millions on their household bills and it was then that I formulated my Data>iNsight>Action (DNA) strategy.

I progressed to take the overseas position of CDO for Betsson.com, one of the largest online gambling companies on the Nasdaq. There I was able to develop my interest in digital and customer experience while continuing with a data focus. Additionally, I developed my understanding of the complex trading dynamics and multi-country, currency and language complexities of a multi-national. 

Returning to the UK as CDO for wejo.com, I immersed myself into cloud/SaaS environments and IoT at scale, turning 0.5 trillion messages directly from connected cars into data and analytical products that save lives, as well as reducing congestion and emissions. 

Finally, as CDO at Very.co.uk I am able to “rewrite retail” with a mission to provide the most personalised digital financial and retail experience in the UK. Focusing on strategy and vision, we will implement and embed DNA to create value, drive collaboration and engage our internal and external customers.