I specialise in shaping enterprise data strategy that delivers measurable value through clarity, consistency and AI -ready foundations. I turn fragmented data landscapes into governed ecosystems where strong governance drives trust, accountability and outcomes at scale. This means (1) I create data strategy that links directly to business value (2) I build actionable data governance frameworks that deliver consistency, quality and trust (3) I embed governance into operating models to unlock scalable value (4) I prepare organisations for AI by strengthening strategy and governance foundations (5) I translate strategy governance and value principles into clear executive narratives
(01) Designed and implemented global Data Governance frameworks with C-suite advisory;
(02) Improved data trust, quality, and audit processes across regions;
(03) Chaired Data Governance Council and scaled Data Stewardship Networks;
(04) Embedded data controls into business operations;
(05) Advised C-suite on cost optimisation, regulatory readiness, and digital transformation;
(06) Developed predictive analytics for profitability and pricing;
(07) Integrated data audit into business audits to reduce risk;
(08) Led operating model redesign and data monetisation;
(09) Delivered executive and senior leadership data literacy programs;
(10) Directed global SAP Finance, HR & Procurement implementation as Program Director;
(11) Delivered advanced costing, pricing, and profitability models for executive decision making;
(12) Integrated finance-led data governance with security audit and compliance;
(13) Standardised business rules across ERP systems;
(14) Led global receivables strategy, achieving positive cash flow on €7bn trade receivables;
(15) Designed and deployed shared service model, consolidating back-office operations.
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Demonstrate the Value of D&A
Build a D&A-Aligned AI Governance Framework
Evolve Best Practices for D&A and AI Governance Programs
Realize Value From D&A
Evolve Data Management Practices to Scale AI-Ready Data
Cambridge University
Hounslow Borough College
Richmond-Upon-Thames College
Hounslow College Grammar School
DEFINE & COMMUNICATE DATA STRATEGY Align to mission critical priorities & business targets, Define Value Roadmap & Streams, Assess Maturity, Design Organisation & Operating Model and Communicate
DATA GOVERNANCE (SETUP) Define fit for purpose governance aligned to maturity, design framework & domains, assign ownership, policies & rules, establish council, minimum controls & measures, Bus Case
DATA GOVERNANCE (MANAGE AND APPLY) Operate & sustain governance though councils & standards, apply data quality audits, measure performance, report outcomes, build literacy, Support & Maintenance
CDO MANAGEMENT OF FINANCIALS, RISK & VALUE Manage Data &AI as a value driven portfolio with cost transparency & value tracking, balance run grow transform, manage data risks & align to finance &audit
EXECUTIVE DATA GOVERNANCE AWARENESS & COMMUNICATION Enable executives to understand data value quality & Risk, clarify accountability, shape clear narratives & embed data awareness into organisation