Craig Baty

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Principal @ DataDriven
Sydney, NSW, AU
Craig Baty's Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Australia
About Craig Baty

Dynamic, energetic, approachable hands-on International C-level Executive and entrepreneur, with deep and broad experience in B2B Marketing, Campaign Management, Business Development, ICT Strategy and Cross-Cultural leadership and demonstrated history of working at board level to drive innovation, transformation and employee engagement in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in: Executive leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Consulting, Thought leadership and Innovation, Story-telling, Keynotes and round-tables, Global Strategy, Go-to-market Strategy, Conflict Resolution, Training and Development, ICT and Business Strategy, Sourcing and Vendor Management, ICT Professional Services, Virtual Team Leadership, Cross-cultural communication/negotiation and Japanese & Asian business. MBA qualified (SGSM), currently pursuing a DBA (Doctor of Business Administration by Research) focused on Cross-Cultural/Japan/Strategic Use of ICT from University of Southern Queensland.

Craig Baty's Current Company Details
DataDriven

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Craig Baty Work Experience Details
  • Datadriven
    Principal
    Datadriven
    Sydney, Nsw, Au
  • Factor
    Vp & Head Of Research
    Factor May 2024 - Present
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    As VP & Head of Research, I drive the company's research and advisory (with a special focus on B2B), editorial and production teams. The operations of my own business DataDriven have been absorbed into Factor and existing offerings and services will continue to be delivered and enhanced by Factor's excellent client base and significant body of ongoing research. Factor is an exclusive access membership organisation for elite executives in the enterprise sector. Since our inception in 2017, our primary focus has been on personal and career development, honouring executives who have made an impact and supporting those who aspire to do so.Member-driven Insights are the foundation of all our products and enable us to offer:- Curated platform for connecting with peers.- Cutting-edge research and insights to stay ahead in your industry.- Engaging events and programmes for networking and validating strategies.- Inspirational content platform, including media and entertainment.- Empowering frameworks for driving success and aligning stakeholders.Key roles we serve:Information TechnologySecurity and RiskData and AnalyticsFinanceSupply ChainHuman ResourcesCustomer Experience
  • Acs - The Professional Association For Australia'S Ict Sector
    Vice Chair Nsw - Current, And Chair - Past (Elected Volunteer)
    Acs - The Professional Association For Australia'S Ict Sector Dec 2019 - Present
    Sydney, Nsw, Au
    After a short break, was elected to Vice Chair ACS(NSW) again. During my time as Vice Chair NSW Branch Executive Committee of the ACS, Covid hit, and due to a restructure, I took over as Acting President of NSW for a large part of 2020. During this time I was actively engaged in supporting the full-time NSW staff in handling the significant restructure of the branch activities, transition from live to virtual events, and hiring of the new Branch manager among other things.
  • Aiia
    Aiia Nsw Council
    Aiia Dec 2023 - Present
    Melbourne, Victoria, Au
    The AIIA's NSW Council implements the federal strategy at the state level, supports member engagement, conducts thought leading events, and works with State Government Parliamentarians and senior staff to develop the ICT industry in NSW. AIIA Council and Board of Directors are leaders in the technology business community and set the agenda for the Digital industry in Australia. https://www.aiia.com.au
  • Weknow, Get Your Market Research Done!
    Executive Advisory Board Member & Angel Investor
    Weknow, Get Your Market Research Done! May 2020 - Present
    Yakum, Israel , Il
    WeKnow is a managed marketplace for tailor-made B2B and B2C market research, powered by a network of expertanalysts. We empower every business with the ability toobtain professional market reports that will maximize itsbusiness decision outcome, by creating a competitivedelivery model, tailored with a streamlined andautomated brief creation process. WeKnow is developing a fully-automated managed marketplace for market research reports on-demand, powered by a network of expert analysts.Focused on a $15 billion market of traditional conduct, the platform offers customers with an unparalleled experience, providing 60x time saving, 2x money saving, 20x accessibility and 100% certainty for quality.
  • Datadriven
    Principal
    Datadriven Jul 2018 - Jun 2024
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    Craig was Principal and Founder of DataDriven (previously TMS - Technology & Management Services Pty. Ltd) which specialises in the areas of ICT Research-based insights, B2B marketing/GTM/campaigns, thought leadership and content as well as market intelligence and technology strategy consulting projects for the ICT industry. DataDriven are also highly experienced in the area of Cross-Cultural Communications and Leadership, Managing Virtual Teams across multiple geographies, and runs training and workshops in these areas. DataDriven associates are skilled at the delivery of presentations at events ranging from facilitation of small C-level roundtables through to ‘big-tent’ major keynotes with audiences in the thousands.DataDriven associates have supported hundreds of ICT providers and other private and public sector organisations and have successfully executed hundreds of projects globally but has a particularly strong focus on Asia/Pacific and Japan. DataDriven associates have received multiple awards for their work in writing, research, presentation skills, training design and development, sales enablement and thought leadership in general and are acknowledged as some of the best in the industry. Craig Baty holds an MBA in International Business/Marketing(SGSM). He is a Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders (IML), Past Chair of the Australian Computer Society (ACS NSW) and served on the Executive Committee and National Board of the Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) for many years. In addition to further developing DataDriven, Craig is 3/4 through a Doctor of Business Administration by Research (DBA at USQ), focussed on the intersection of National culture & ICT Strategy and Investment: Australia compared to Japan.
  • Isg (Information Services Group)
    Distinguished Lead Analyst
    Isg (Information Services Group) Feb 2020 - May 2024
    Stamford, Connecticut, Us
    In conjunction with his own consultancy (DataDriven) Craig has been engaged with ISG as their APAC research partner since February, 2020. He is the Distinguished Lead Analyst for ISG Provider Lens Research in Asia/Pacific and Japan. DataDriven have successfully delivered over 50 ISG Provider Lens (IPL) Projects in the region, and more than twenty custom projects for clients, covering most aspects of the ICT market. ISG (Information Services Group) (Nasdaq: III) is a leading global technology research and advisory firm. A trusted business partner to more than 700 clients, including more than 75 of the world’s top 100 enterprises, ISG is committed to helping corporations, public sector organizations, and service and technology providers achieve operational excellence and faster growth. The firm specializes in digital transformation services, including automation, cloud and data analytics; sourcing advisory; managed governance and risk services; network carrier services; strategy and operations design; change management; market intelligence and technology research and analysis. Founded in 2006, and based in Stamford, Conn., ISG employs more than 1,300 digital-ready professionals operating in more than 20 countries—a global team known for its innovative thinking, market influence, deep industry and technology expertise, and world-class research and analytical capabilities based on the industry’s most comprehensive marketplace data
  • Aiia
    Federal Board Member (Exco)
    Aiia Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
    Melbourne, Victoria, Au
    The AIIA's Board of Directors are leaders in the technology business community and set the agenda for the Digital industry in Australia. The Board of Directors oversees all AIIA operations, develops the National Business Plan, and sets the strategic direction of the Association.https://www.aiia.com.au/about-us/board
  • Aiia
    Nsw State Council Director (Excluding 4 Years In Tokyo)
    Aiia Jan 1999 - Dec 2019
    Melbourne, Victoria, Au
    The AIIA's NSW Council implements the federal strategy at the state level, supports member engagement, conducts thought leading events, and works with State Government Parliamentarians and senior staff to develop the ICT industry in NSW. AIIA Council and Board of Directors are leaders in the technology business community and set the agenda for the Digital industry in Australia. https://www.aiia.com.au* Not on council between 2013 to 2017 due to Tokyo Assignment
  • Fujitsu Global
    Vp International Mktg, Vp Global Mktg. Strategy, Vp Digital Services Group, Fujitsu Ltd Tokyo/Sydney
    Fujitsu Global Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
    Jp
    Craig returned to Sydney after 4 years in Fujitsu HQ Tokyo where he held roles as chief of staff for Fujitsu’s International Business, VP International Marketing and executive interface across the global business. He was instrumental in establishing the Global Marketing Board & Asia Region Marketing function, commercialising Fujitsu’s cloud ‘K5’ and established the MetaArc global bid process. A new Global role in Sydney saw him as a key driver of the roll-out of Fujitsu’s Digital Services offering 'MetaArc'-a portfolio of software, services, hardware and partnerships underpinning Fujitsu’s Global Cloud(K5), IOT, Mobility and AI offerings. He was also part of the Global Marketing Strategy Group responsible for the future direction of Fujitsu Globally as well as C-level thought leadership, and was a key contributor to Fujitsu’s CTO Community and Fujitsu’s Technology & Service Vision.
  • Fujitsu Global
    Exec Gm Marketing, Chief Technology & Innovation Officer
    Fujitsu Global Apr 2010 - Apr 2013
    Jp
    This dual role reported to CEO Mike Foster and focused on understanding Fujitsu’s customers’ challenges/key industry trends to ensure that offerings were leading the market and exceeding customers’ needs. This included local/global Trusted Cloud, sustainability, EUC, DCs, managed services, big data, mobility, and a comprehensive range of consulting/integration services.Marketing responsibilities included strategy/planning, brand, int/ext web, MI/CI, alliance/partners, analyst relations, pricing, sustainability, industry marketing, int/ext comms, solutions, events and demand generation. He also sat on/chaired a range of internal boards including Leadership/Development, Cloud, Governance, and Strategy as well as Fujitsu’s Global Marketing, Global CTO community and Technology Approval boards.As an active contributor to the ICT industry he was a member of NICTA’s E-Gov. Cluster, AIG Technology Industry Development Council, Standards Australia IT-038 Cloud Standards Committee, Director of OZHUB and Chair of AIIA National Digital Economy Task Force. As a well-known industry adviser and commentator Craig had presented at more than 1300 industry events globally, and was regularly quoted by local and global media. In 2013 Craig transferred to Japan to work for the President of Fujitsu's International Business as Chief of Staff, and VP International Marketing.
  • Frost & Sullivan
    Global Vp, It Practice
    Frost & Sullivan Aug 2008 - May 2010
    San Antonio, Texas, Us
    Frost and Sullivan is a global Research, Consulting and Advisory firm with a strong focus on providing high level advice and guidance to C-Level executives across most industries.Although strong in the Telecommunications industry at the time, F&S desired penetration into the ICT industry as a whole. During this period, as a member of the Global Executive team with full P&L responsibility, Craig built a completely new business in the form of the Global ICT Practice, advising ICT provider Executives on Go-To-Market Strategies. The focus was on developing repeatible solutions with strong annuity revenues and a solid research base on which to build consulting revenues.Extensive thought leadership pieces across most areas of ICT were developed and published, including the Asia/Pacific Region's most extensive Senior IT Decision Maker survey methodology, research database, analyses and reports.Craig signed large new-name contracts with organisationas such as Oracle, HP and Microsoft, and contributed significantly to the delivery of these and other major ICT provider research, consulting and advisory engagement. He also launched the CEO Growth program and other C-level offerings in Asia/Pacific and Japan, featured numerous times as a keynote speaker at customer events across the region and was quoted extensively in the media.
  • Gartner
    Vp Distinguished Analyst/Chief Of Research Technology And Service Providers
    Gartner Feb 2003 - 2008
    Stamford, Ct, Us
    Relocated to Sydney after recruiting a Japanese successor to take over as CEO of Gartner Japan.Appointed as Global Chief of Research for all Vendor focussed products and services, and designated as VP/Distinguished Analyst (the highest contributing analyst rank). Established the embryo of what is now Gartner for Business Leaders. Started at about $1m and grew to $30 mill to 2007. Lead the Gartner IT Marketing Executive and Channel Strategies Practice – producing ground breaking content regarding ICT marketing benchmarks, role of the CMO, Marketing Best Practices, and channel strategies.Developed Gartner's proprietary methodology for SWOT analyses, wrote the first SWOTs and trained over 100 analysts in the methodology. The Gartner SWOT Analysis (one of Gartner's branded offerings) became the most popular content category for ICT providers at the time. Continued research and advisory services and consulting to the Global ICT Provider community, established CMO Roundtables, published Marketing and Sales related thought leadership pieces.By the end of his 12 year career in Gartner, Craig had established himself as a well-known business leader, ICT industry adviser, commentator and thought leader, had delivered over 1000 presentations at industry and other events globally, published hundreds of research pieces, and been regularly quoted by regional and global media including: The Australian, Dominion Post, Business Times, Straights Times, Australian Financial Review, CRN, Financial Times, Computerworld, MIS magazine, ABC News, CNN, CNBC, ChannelNews Asia, and SKYBusiness to name a few.
  • Gartner
    President Gartner Japan And Group Vp Research Ap/J
    Gartner Feb 2001 - Feb 2003
    Stamford, Ct, Us
    Appointed as President and Representative Director of Gartner Japan and relocated to Japan, also continuing as Group VP Research AP/J now managing over 400 people in 14 countries (100 in Japan). This new role included Country Level P&L for Japan across all BUs and functions including Consulting, Events, Executive Programs, IT, HR, Finance and Admin, Research and Advisory, Dataquest, and Gartner Connects. Appointed to Board of Gartner Japan and Gartner International.Significantly restructured Gartner Japan via implementation of a major cultural change and training program.Introduced flexible working hours, telecommuting, weekly ‘open mike executive bento/lunch' sessions with staff, mthly 'town hall' meetings, performance awards, staff parties, 'pizza and bowling nights' and birthday celebrations – all of which was very new to Japanese staff.Moved organisation from 75% of revenue targets to 100% in the first twelve months, then achieved profit targets 6 months later for the first time in many years.Established true CIO research and resurrected Executive Programs in Japan.Revitalised the research process, translation and editing operations, and established multiple new revenue streams.Awarded the Global Sales award (for the fourth time), as well as “Excellence in Leadership“ (for the 5th time).
  • Gartner
    Group Vp Gartner Asia/Pacific And Japan
    Gartner Jan 2000 - Feb 2001
    Stamford, Ct, Us
    Promoted to Group VP Research AP/J (full P&L across all research operations), with 300 people across 14 countries and continued to grow profit and thought leadership.Implemented the restructure of AP/J research organisation to truly integrate Gartner Research and Advisory teams with Dataquest teams, increasing collaboration and customer satisfaction.Established Gartner Research Operations China (WFOE) and Gartner Dataquest Research Operations India (acquisition).Established, chaired and presented a series of ‘Gartner Predicts' events across most countries, Gartner India Summit, Gartner AP/J Sourcing and Services Summit, Presented Symposium Keynotes.Received CEO Gold Award for Revitalising the Region, and the first Gartner Thought Leadership Award in AP/J.
  • Gartner
    Vp Gartner (Dataquest) Asia/Pacific
    Gartner Dec 1997 - Dec 1999
    Stamford, Ct, Us
    Founded the Dataquest AP/J IT Services/Sourcing practice and Increased revenues by 4000 (4 thousand) percent in 1 year.Promoted to VP Dataquest Asia/Pacific (including DataPro, DQ E-biz, Primary Research Centres), managing 280 staff across 14 countries, in a ‘wild west’ frontier type environment.Overtook IDC as dominant Research and Advisory firm in AP/J, and increased media coverage/brand recognition by more than 500%. Launched range of new services and offerings including Software, Hardware, Telecommunications and Semiconductor Offerings. Established HR program, benefits, governance, research/writing/ presentation training.Improved morale and took attrition from 50% pa to target 10%, tripled revenue in 2 years, moved to profitability from loss making, whilst improving all metrics.Multiple awards in categories of “Excellence in Sales Support”, “Excellence in Presentation Skills” “Excellence in Research” and “Excellence in Leadership”.
  • Bt
    Gm Marketing, Planning And Alliances (Bt Syntegra)
    Bt Apr 1995 - Dec 1997
    London, Gb
    British Telecom acquired First State Computing and integrated into BT Syntegra (their Global SI Business).Promoted to General Manager Marketing, Planning and Strategy for BT Australasia.Developed business plan for and established Asia/Pac Outsourcing Business in BT Syntegra from scratch. Established a true Services culture, including SLA concept and metrics, integrated disparate Marketing and Planning organisation, launched major marketing and branding campaigns.Developed and published multiple thought leadership pieces on SI and Outsourcing and keynoted at over 20 events internally and externally.Completed MBA in International Business and Marketing with a focus on Japan/Asia.Lectured at MBA level in Business to Business Industry Marketing at University of Western Sydney.
  • First State Computing (Part Owned By Fujitsu)
    National Marketing Manager
    First State Computing (Part Owned By Fujitsu) 1992 - 1995
    Joined as Mainframe Services Marketing Manager.Contributed to establishment of a true sales and marketing culture in this ex-public service organisationManaged MI/CI, AR/PR, events, promotions, sales kickoff, telemarketing, product and services marketing. Created and Launched Outsourcing/FM and other professional services.Developed and launched major brand awareness campaign and new business generation programs. Promoted to GM Marketing Planning and Alliances and lead the strategy to refresh and re-energise offerings, especially in the private sector. Lead the cultural transition into British Telecom after acquisition.

Craig Baty Skills

Cloud Computing Strategy Managed Services Business Strategy Management Go To Market Strategy It Strategy Professional Services Business Alliances Business Development Outsourcing Strategic Planning Solution Selling Marketing Strategy Strategic Partnerships It Service Management Management Consulting Data Center Saas New Business Development Program Management Project Management Thought Leadership Governance Leadership Cross Cultural Management Channel Information Technology International Relations Evangelism Japanese Business Culture Asian Business Board Of Directors Marketing Product Management Cross Functional Team Leadership Conflict Resolution Leadership Development Negotiation Public Speaking Innovation Management Time Management Cross Cultural Communication Skills Profit And Loss Management Non Profit Board Development Pre Sales Business Planning Demand Generation Customer Relationship Management Customer Satisfaction Enterprise Software Software As A Service Team Leadership Japanese Culture Asian Markets

Craig Baty Education Details

  • University Of Southern Queensland
    University Of Southern Queensland
    Cross Cultural/Japan/Strategic Use Of Ict/Sme
  • Western Sydney University
    Western Sydney University
    Intercultural
  • Monash University
    Monash University
    Human Resources
  • Baulkham Hills High School
    Baulkham Hills High School
    Geography

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