Nana Akande, Director of Data Products and Services, Royal Mail Group

Nana’s leadership has focused on a balanced, strategic approach to transforming through data. By investing in the team, establishing clear data product delivery, and reshaping our operating model to enhance collaboration, Nana has positioned the team as a central driver of the business’ evolution. 

 In her time at the organisation, Nana has stabilised the team, established a clear path forward, and crafted a strategy alongside the CDO that places data at the core of the transformation journey. By fostering stronger connections with stakeholders, Nana ensures the data initiatives are closely aligned with real business needs, accelerating the pace at which value is delivered and ensuring projects are grounded in practical insights.