David Boda, Chief Security and Resilience Officer, Nationwide Building Society
David Boda is now the Chief Security and Resilience Officer at Nationwide Building Society. A cybersecurity executive with more than 15 years of experience in the industry, David has taken on a variety of senior technology roles ranging from Head of Cyber Security at Foreign and Commonwealth Office – HM Diplomatic Service to CISO at Camelot.
Andreas Wetterwald, Global Marsh CIO, Marsh McLennan
Expert IT strategist Andreas Wetterwald has recently been promoted to Global Marsh CIO at Marsh MacLennan, where he has worked for over two years. In his previous role, Andreas delivered multi-year IT transformation objectives and provided IT solutions to support a global client management strategy and improve client onboarding.
Sammit Potdar, Global CISO, Lupin
Results-oriented marketing executive Sammit Potdar has recently been promoted to Global CISO at Lupin, where he has worked for more than a decade. Before taking on his new role, Sammit was responsible for managing the overall information security portfolio of the company as well as other IT operations.
Paul Jackman, Chief Technology Officer, BMS Group
Passionate IT leader and digital explorer Paul Jackman is now the Chief Technology Officer at BMS Group. Throughout his career, Paul has taken on senior leadership roles across companies such as Viasystems, Markel Corporation and Motor Insurer’s Bureau.
Bernd Rattey, Group CIO/CDO, Deutsche Bahn
Business-oriented technology leader Bernd Rattey has recently been promoted to Group CIO/CDO at Deutsche Bahn, where he has worked for over 8 years. With a focus on business processes, IT and digitisation, Bernd gained a multitude of experience working across companies such as Luthansa and Evonik Degussa.
Martin Carpenter, Chief Digital Transformation Officer, NHS Kent & Medway
Entrepreneurial business technology leader Martin Carpenter is now the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at NHS Kent & Medway, where he is responsible for using data and technology to shift left interventions that improve patient outcomes, value and workforce experience.
Eleni Kelly, Chief Information Officer, Sodexo Benefits and Rewards Services
Innovative Board-level technology leader Eleni Kelly is now the CIO at Sodexo Benefits and Rewards Services. Throughout her career Eleni has worked across organisations such as the UK Home Office and Crown Commercial Service while shaping and delivering strategy across federated, high-pressure and high-complexity environments in her roles.
Sahana Hussein, Engineering Director, Next Generation Consumer Banking, Barclays
Sahana Hussein is now the Engineering Director, Next Generation Consumer Banking at Barclays. In her new role, she is responsible for building the next generation consumer bank (NGCB) in the cloud aligning to the company’s ‘Digital First Strategy’.
Lee Cartmell, Chief Information Security Officer (Global), Chubb Fire & Security Group
Lee Cartmell is now the Global Chief Information Security Officer at Chubb Fire & Security Group. In his new role, Lee is responsible for supporting the digital transformation of Chubb through the appropriate analysis, planning and application of cyber security strategies.
Malcom Whitehouse, Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO), NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care
Business-focused IT executive Malcolm Whitehouse is now the CDIO at NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care. In his new role, Malcolm leads the development of a collaborative strategy and approach to enable the digital and technology integration of services.
Simon Waine, Group CTO, Hiscox
Transformational technology leader Simon Waine has recently been promoted to Group CTO at Hiscox, where he has worked for up to two years. In his new role, Simon is responsible for providing leadership across the IT Function and aligning the business units by driving best practices, standardisation and knowledge sharing.
Nadine Thomson, Chief Technology Officer, Media (GroupM), WPP
Award-winning digital business leader Nadine Thomson is now the Chief Technology Officer, Media (GroupM) at WPP. She is responsible for evolving the portfolio of media products across the media agencies including EssenceMediacom, Mindshare, Wavemaker and mSix in addition to specialist businesses within GroupM.
Scott Petty, CTO, Vodafone
Innovation-driven technology leader Scott Petty has recently been promoted to CTO at Vodafone, where he has worked for over 14 years. In his new role, Scott is responsible for Vodafone Digital and IT, as well as worldwide cybersecurity, Vodafone business platforms & Solutions, technology assurance and strategy.
Stefan Nordin, CTO, On the Beach
Stefan Nordin has recently been promoted to CTO at On the Beach, where he has worked for over four years. In his new position, Stefan is responsible for the company’s technology and product functions, ensuring the development organisation works together with the business to work towards a common goal.
Lynora James, Chief Digital Officer (CDO), Ganni A/S
With more than 12 years of experience in digital growth and customer centric e-commerce, Lynora James is now the CDO at Ganni A/S. Throughout her career, Lynora has worked across companies such as Stella McCartney, Kurt Geiger and Phase Eight. Before taking on her new role she was the Global Transformation Director (Lead) at ASOS.com.
Dominic Shine, Group CIO, dentsu
A multi-sector technology leader who specialises in leading the creation and implementation of strategic transformation for global organisations, Dominic Shine is now the Group CIO at dentsu. In his new role, Dominic leads the technology function globally and sits on the Group Executive Committee.
Yuk Wah Kwong, Vice President (Digital Transformation) & Chief Digital Officer, Singapore Institute of Technology
An experienced technology leader with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry of public, private and people sectors, Yuk Wah Kwong is now the VP (Digital Transformation) & CDO at Singapore Institute of Technology.
Sruti Patnaik, CIO, Camping World
Digital and business transformation executive Sruti Patnaik is now the CIO at Camping World. Throughout her career, Sruti has taken on senior marketing roles ranging from SVP, IT Executive, Supply Chain, Stores, Corporate Apps, IT QA Services, Ross| dd’s to CIO at Sportsman’s Warehouse. Alongside her new role, Sruti is also the Founder, President and Board Member at Twinkle Academy.
Jim Motes, CISO and Vice President, Technology Operations, GameStop
A consummate technology professional, Jim Motes is now the CISO and Vice President, Technology Operations at GameStop. Throughout his career, Jim has taken on senior leadership roles ranging from Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer to Vice President, Information Security. He is currently responsible for global information security strategy, operations and governance at GameStop.
Eileen Vidrine, Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (inbound), Department of the Air Force Chief Data and AI Office
Eileen Vidrine is now the Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Officer (inbound) at the Department of the Air Force Chief Data and AI Office. Throughout her career, Eileen has worked across organisations such as the White House Leadership Development Program, United States Department of the Air Force and Office of Management and Budget.
Andy Callow, Chief Digital Information Officer, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Technology executive Andy Callow is now the CDIO at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, where he is responsible for leading the digital and information transformation across the Trust. Andy has a multitude of experience across a variety of NHS trusts, taking on roles ranging from Head of Technology Delivery to Interim Group Chief Executive Officer.
Rod Chapman, Chief Information Officer – ANZ, Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Limited
Executive IT professional Rod Chapman is now the Chief Information Officer – ANZ at Domino’s Pizza Enterprises. Throughout his career, Rod has taken on roles ranging from Managing Director – TGP, CMT at Accenture to CIO at EG Australia.
Luke Pearce, Chief Data Officer, Santander UK
Technology leader Luke Pearce has recently been promoted to Chief Data Officer at Santander UK, where he has worked for over 15 years in roles ranging from Head of Finance and Risk Reporting to CIO Data Platform Execution, ETL & Machine Learning.
Alexander Forstbach, Chief Data Officer and Head of Dynamic Platforms, Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Currently based in Germany, Alexander Forstbach is now the Chief Data Officer and Head of Dynamic Platforms at Mercedes-Benz Group AG. He has gained a multitude of experience in technology and marketing roles ranging from Director, Online Marketing at Rocket Internet SE to CDO at Trivago.
Gavin Goodland, Chief Data Officer, National Grid
Digital technology leader Gavin Goodland is now the Chief Data Officer at National Grid. Throughout his career, Gavin has taken on a number of senior technology roles ranging from CIO BP Technology to Digital and Integration at Schlumberger.
Jenni Mikola, Group CIO, Cargotec
A technology leader with multifaceted experience, Jenni Mikola has recently been promoted to Group CIO at Cargotec, where she has worked for over three years. Throughout her career, Jenni has taken on roles ranging from Account Manager at Hewlett-Packard to Managing Director, Resources at Accenture.
Pieter Jordaan, Group Chief Information Officer, TUI
With more than two decades of experience in the technology sector, Pieter Jordaan has recently been promoted to Group Chief Information Officer at TUI, where he has worked for over eight years. In his new role, Pieter oversees TUI’s Global Technology, overall architecture and strategy for global platforms.
Lisa Hall, CIO, Imperial Brands PLC
Considered a highly motivated and driven leader, Lisa Hall has recently been promoted to CIO at Imperial Brands PLC, where she has worked for over a year. Lisa has more than two decades of experience in the telecommunications and FMCG industries defining technology strategies, delivering transformational technology and business change.
Morten Pettersen, Chief Information Security Officer, Wilhelmsen Group
Currently based in Norway, Morten Pettersen has recently been promoted to CISO at Wilhelmsen Group where he has worked for over a year. Before taking on his new role, Morten was the Head of Cyber Security at the company.
Phil Marsh, CTO – Cloud Platform, UBS
A pragmatic technology leader, Phil Marsh is now the CTO – Cloud Platform at UBS. Phil has up to three decades of experience solving business problems for different organisations through the pragmatic implementation of technology solutions.
Robin Marshall, Group Chief Information Officer, Dunnes Stores
Considered a strong technology and digital business professional, Robin Marshall is now the Group Chief Information Officer at Dunnes Stores. Robin’s main skills lie include infrastructure, integration, applications, enterprise architecture and security.
Tanya Foster, EVP, Chief Information Officer, WestJet
Influential IT and technology executive Tanya Foster is now the EVP, Chief Information Officer at WestJet. Throughout her career, Tanya has gained skills such as IT strategy, IT governance and organisational change management.
Michael Jenny, CIO Europe North, Schindler Group
Michael Jenny has recently been promoted to CIO Europe North at Schindler Group. He has worked for the company and its subsidiaries for more than 15 years in roles ranging from Systems Administrator / ICT-Support to Digital Officer.
Zehra Venugopal, EVP, CIO of Fraud and Claims Technology, Wells Fargo
Senior technology and product executive Zehra Venugopal is now theEVP, CIO of Fraud and Claims Technology at Wells Fargo. Prior to her new role, Zehra worked at Barclays for more than four years, with her most recent role being Managing Director, CIO of Fraud.
Sylvain Neuvelt, VP of IT & CIO EMEALA, Johnson Controls
Executive leader Sylvain Neuvelt has recently been promoted to VP of IT & CIO EMEALA at Johnson Controls, where he has worked for over three years. In his new role, Sylvain is responsible for creating the vision, developing the IT strategy, leading the project portfolio and implementing the plans to deliver business capabilities.
Alexandre Helenport, CIO, GM Europe, General Motors
Alexandre Helenport has recently been promoted to CIO, GM Europe at General Motors, where he has worked for over a decade. Prior to this, Alexandre took on senior roles at GM such as IT Fellow and Telecommunications Strategist where he was responsible for strategy and architecture in telecommunications and immersive technologies.
Dr. Shivaji Dasgupta, Group Chief Data and Intelligence Officer, UniCredit
Dr. Shivaji Dasgupta is now the Group Chief Data and Intelligence Officer at UniCredit, where he is responsible for group-wide data functions including architecture, governance, platform and analytics. Prior to this, Dr, Shivaji worked at Deutsche Bank for over four years taking on a variety of senior roles.
Girorgio Belloi, Chief Digital, Customer & Innovation Officer, Burberry
Executive leader Girorgio Belloi is now the Chief Digital, Customer & Innovation Officer at Burberry. Prior to his new role, Giorgio was the Chief Commercial & Sustainability Officer at Farfetch, where he was responsible for commercial strategy and development.
Jasmin Allott, Group Technology Director (CDIO), World Rugby
Technology and transformational leader Jasmin Allot is the Group Technology Director (CDIO) at World Rugby. In her current role, Jasmin is responsible for driving the digital transformation agenda and creating technology strategies as well as transforming teams to adopt a more product-centric approach.
Greg Watson, Group Chief Technology Officer, International Financial Group Ltd
Innovative technology leader Greg Watson is now the Group Chief Technology Officer at International Financial Group Ltd, where he leads all technology and information security activity for the group. Alongside his new role, Greg is a UKITL Advisory Board Member at UK IT Leaders.
Rahul Bhardwaj, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Kroll
Rahul Bhardwaj has been promoted to Deputy Chief Information Security Officer at Kroll, where he has worked for over two years. In his new role he oversees day-to-day operations of the information security program, manages the firm’s governance risk compliance initiatives and assists the CISO with strategic plans.
Asim Muhammad, Chief Information Officer, Avidity
Commercially-focused digital transformation leader Asim Muhammad has recently been promoted to Chief Information Officer at Avidity, where he has worked for over a year. Prior to this, Asim was CTO, where he was responsible for the company’s technology, digital transformation Strategy and data strategies among other things.
Hussein Shafik Baghat, Group Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer, ADIB – Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank
Cybersecurity leader Hussein Shafik Baghat is now the Group Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer at Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank. Hussein has more than 25 years of experience in IT operations management, banking technology and information and cybersecurity.
Mike Samra, Chief Technology Officer, The AA
Executive technology leader Mike Samra is now the Chief Technology Officer at The AA. Mike has a proven track record in leading large scale transformational programs across global organisations such as Barclays Wealth Management and KPMG UK.
Jason Francis-Sutton, Enterprise Data Products Lead, Co-op
Passionate and innovative leader Jason Francis-Sutton is now the Enterprise Data Products Lead at Co-op. Jason has extensive experience leading data strategy, operations, projects and people across complex, international organisations.
Adam Sewell, Chief Technology Officer, IOP Publishing
Considered a commercially-focused technology leader, Adam Sewell is now the Chief Technology Officer at IOP Publishing. Adam has a proven track record in enabling leading organisations to develop digitally as well as achieving growth through delivery of strategic goals.
Darren Martin, Chief Technology Officer – Global Operations Capital Excellence. McKinsey & Company
Transformational executive leader Darren Martin is now the Chief Technology Officer – Global Operations Capital Excellence at McKinsey & Company, where he is responsible for producing data driven insights, platforms and products in addition to optimising the global renewal of critical infrastructure.
Andy Wolfe, Group Chief Technology Officer & Executive VP, MediaMarktSaturn
Pioneering senior technology leader Andy Wolfe is now the Group Chief Technology Officer & Executive VP at MediaMarktSaturn. Andy has more than three decades of experience in technology and telecommunications while leveraging considerable customer insight, commercial and delivery experience in order to drive greater levels of business performance.
Jerich Beason, CISO, Commercial Bank and Capital One Software, Capital One
Security executive Jerich Beason has been promoted to CISO, Commercial Bank and Capital One Software at Capital One, where he has worked for over a year. Alongside his new role, Jerich is an Advisor at Axonius, SecureCo and Reco as well as a Board Advisor at Ericom Software.
Jots Sehmbi, Chief Information Officer, City, University of London
Expert technology leader Jots Sehmbi is now the Chief Information Officer at City, University of London. In addition to her new role, Jots is a Digital Associate Non Executive Director at Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust and Founder – TLA (Tech London Advocates) Asians in Tech.
Johnson Idesoh, Group Chief Information and Technology Officer, Absa Group
Seasoned operations and technology executive Johnson Idesoh is now the Group Chief Information and Technology Officer at Absa Group. Throughout his career, Johnson has taken on senior technology roles ranging from Vice President, Global Drug Development Information Technology at AstraZeneca to Chief Information Officer at Old Mutual Limited.
Suhas Yerra, SVP, Chief Information Officer, Property & Casualty, USAA
Senior technology executive Suhas Yerra is now the SVP, Chief Information Officer, Property & Casualty at USAA. Suhras has a proven track record in leading global technology teams and demonstrating thought leadership in digital transformation and core foundational capabilities.
Martyn Atkinson, CIO Consumer Relationships and Mass Affluent, Lloyds Banking Group
Martyn Atkinson is now the CIO Consumer Relationships and Mass Affluent at Lloyds Banking Group. Martyn has taken on a variety of senior roles throughout his career ranging from Head of Transformation at Nationwide Building Society to CIO at Metro Bank.
Jessica Conquet, Global Chief Information Security Officer, Randstad
Jessica Conquet is now the Global Chief Information Security Officer at Randstad. She has more than two decades of experience in security management, IT audit, IT infrastructures and operations, IT risk management and advisory. In addition to her new role, she is also Chairman of Board at PVIB.
Jo Graham, Chief Digital Information Officer, ghd
A technology executive with more than two decades of experience in the industry, Jo Graham has recently been promoted to Chief Digital Information Officer at ghd, where she has worked for over five months. In her new role, Jo is responsible for overseeing e-commerce, digital and strategy at ghd.
Tarek El-Sharif, Chief Information Security Officer, Suez Canal Bank
Information technology professional Tarek El-Sharif is now the Chief Information Security Officer at Suez Canal Bank. Tarek has more than two decades of experience across multiple distinguished multinational banks in Egypt. Before taking on his new role, Tarek was the Head of IT RISK at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank.
Oscar Rodríguez, CIO | VP IS/IT Finance, Renault Group
Oscar Rodríguez is now the CIO, VP IS/IT Finance at Renault Group. He is an IT executive with more than two decades of experience and it currently responsible for Renault Group’s digitalisation and modernisation worldwide.
Rashmi Rao, Chief Information Officer, Ageas UK
Customer-centric business technologist Rashmi Rao is now the Chief Information Officer at Ageas UK. With more than two decades of experience across companies such as McKinsey & Co and Bupa, Rashmi has a proven track record of digital transformation in regulated industries including financial services.
Natasha Daydova, Chief Information Officer, AXA
Global technology leader Natasha Davydova is now the Chief Information Officer at AXA. Natasha has more than 25 years of experience in financial services, technology and operations across companies including Standard Chartered Bank, Salesforce and Allianz Technology.
Amanda Creak, EMEA CIO and Head of EMEA Technology, Morgan Stanley
Amanda Creak is now the EMEA CIO and Head of EMEA Technology at Morgan Stanley. She has more than two decades of experience across organisations such as UK Ministry of Defence, EY and Goldman Sachs.
Barry Kartar, Chief Digital & Information Officer (UK & Ireland), Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland
Commercially-oriented technology leader Barry Kartar is now the Chief Digital & Information Officer (UK & Ireland) at Saint-Gobain. Barry has worked for Saint Gobain and its subsidiary for over four years in roles such as Director of Digital Development and Director of Application Delivery & Development.
Aldo De Palma, Chief Information Officer EMEA, Schindler Group
Seasoned technology executive Aldo De Palma is now the Chief Information Officer EMEA at Schindler Group. Alongside his new role, Aldo is the Chairman of the Board Of Directors Schindler Informatica Milano.
Adolfo Hernández, Chief Information Security Officer at SABIS, Banco Sabadell
Professional technology leader Adolfo Hernández is now the Chief Information Security Officer at SABIS for Banco Sabadell, where he oversees the SecOps global division which includes advanced cyber defence, IT security service delivery and threat and vulnerability assessment.
Adam Wild, European Chief Information Security Officer & Technology Risk Officer, Canada Life
Skilled technology professional Adam Wild is now the European Chief Information Security Officer & Technology Risk Officer at Canada Life. Adam has more than 28 years of experience in the identification and mitigation of security and operational risk in a broad range of Financial Services activities.
Michael Claus, Chief Information Technology Officer, Transdev GmbH
Skilled technology leader Michael Claus is now the Chief Information Technology Officer at Transdev GmbH. Michael has more than two decades of experience in the technology industry, working across companies such as Hitachi Power Europe GmbH and GEA Group.
Francesca Vergara, Vice President, Technology and Digital, Disneyland Paris
Business-driven IT executive Francesca Vergara is now the Vice President, Technology and Digital at Disneyland Paris. In her new role, Francesca is responsible for leading the technology, digital and data teams into the ambitious digital transformation of the resort.
Dr. Leon Douglas, Chief Digital Information Officer, Royal Navy
Dr. Leon Douglas is an executive leader in digital and transformation, with his specialties including executive leadership, professional services and infrastructure. Dr. Douglas is now the Chief Digital Information Officer for the Royal Navy. Throughout his career Dr. Douglas has worked across organisations such as the NHS and Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Discover the marketing leaders who changed roles and were promoted in our January Marketing Leaders Movers & Shakers.
