I am a Master’s-qualified strategic business leader, with over 20 years of industry experience.I have delivered complex digital transformation programmes in large global organisations - creating the strategy and vision, managing the execution and producing high quality outputs and tangible business value. I have managed programmes involving multiple locations, internal and external users and the integration of existing systems and processes.I am an accomplished presenter, adept at conveying complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels - from investors and C-level executives to technical and production staff - in a simplified and relatable context, creating a compelling vision and ensuring clear understanding, buy-in and commitment.I have personally secured funding in excess of $100 million to digitalize and integrate end-to-end business processes into cloud-based platforms. I have been accountable to Executive Boards for budgets, resources, and delivery of ROI. I have assembled teams of technologists and cross-functional experts to prioritise solution requirements, running multiple workstreams and using the agile deployment methodology to deliver quick wins and ‘fail fast’ to recover quickly and maintain the pace of delivery, while managing business risk and maintaining operational performance.I have collaborated with top tier software vendors and system integrators, deploying both COTS and highly customized solutions, fully integrating them into existing system landscapes.I have developed solid commercial acumen, including identification and creation of sales pipelines, Go To Market strategies and complete P&L oversight, as well as RFP creation, business case generation, ROI justification, vendor selection and supplier performance management.I am Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt-certified, using value stream mapping and data analysis to create end-to-end processes and data flows, supported by Kaizen/continuous improvement to drive out waste.I have lived and worked in the UK, France, Singapore, and Japan, leading teams of up to 65 colleagues, directly and within matrix-managed organisations. My strong passion and drive for quality and success is coupled with an ability to motivate, coach and mentor the people I lead.