Describe your career to date
My Chief Data Officer 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 Moneysupermarket.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 Chief Data Officer 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 multinational.
Returning to the UK as Chief Data Officer 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 Chief Data Officer at The Very Group 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.