I have over 25 years of experience within the automotive industry, much of that time at Bentley Motors. I started my career as an NVH Engineer, moved into Programme Management, then set up a Digitalisation department. In November 2022, I had the opportunity to set up a central data department as Bentley’s inaugural Chief Data Officer. I also researched building Neural Network models to predict subjective ratings based on objective data, correlated to listening studies.
As a Programme Manager, I leveraged data from many sources to track status against targets for cost, quality, and timing, and deepened my understanding of all business areas. The Digitalisation department was set up to inspire and accelerate the use of technology, at a time when Industry 4.0, Battery Electric technology, and Connected car were starting to disrupt the legacy automotive industry. Part of this role was to improve the efficiency of using data, and I established a future digital talent programme. I am now responsible for evolving and delivering a data strategy across the pillars of governance, literacy, toolset, and enablement.