Chief Executive & President (Europe)
Decision Insight Information Group
Kings Hill, Kent
Decision Insight Information Group (DIIG) is a leader in global property information. Operating at the heart of the property industry in Europe, DIIG manages complex information solutions and provides clarity on decision making for buying, selling, conveyancing, finance and insurance. The DIIG was formerly the Information Products Division of MDA Coporation, and was acquired in January 2011 by global private equity firm, TPG Capital. The businesses incorporated in Decision Insight Information Group include:Europe - SearchFlow, NLIS Hub, xit2, Millar & Bryce, LawLink NI, Rochford Brady Group, Decision First and WertweiserNorth America - Marshall & Swift/Boeckh (MSB) and DataQuick,Canada - Access Point Information Canada,DIIG employs more than 1,100 staff worldwide.Full P&L responsibility for European operations, providing leadership to 270 staff. Overhauled business strategy; maximising revenue, reducing cost, improving efficiency and overseeing business transformation projects. Achieved double digit growth over past two years, despite period of significant market transition.Implemented series of strategic initiatives with clear prioritisation and effective resource allocation to deliver against objectives and targets. Including entry to new markets, launch of new e-commerce platform and web site, improvements to customer service and six sigma process review of internal operations.Oversaw capital investment program providing financial justification on new product development and systems, managing risk and delivering on targets. Provided effective stakeholder engagement and management with investors, executive board members, seniors managers, suppliers and industry partners alike.