I have over 20 years of experience in technology and business leadership, including roles as CTO and VP/Head of Global Sales Engineering. I’ve led teams of over 100 people, managed P&L for a business division generating nearly $80 million in revenue, and founded startups, working closely with private equity and venture capital firms on funding and acquisitions. I hold graduate degrees in electrical engineering, economics, and an MBA from the University of Oxford, where I’m also an Associate Fellow and Lecturer. Additionally, I’m a published author in AI and IoT and a Fellow of the British Computer Society.
Four-time recipient of President’s Club award for having exceeded leadership sales quotas for the year, most recently above $80m/year.
Invited to provdide testimony in the House of Lords to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Artificial Intelligence on the topic of AI and IoT in the UK, including societal, economic, and technical implications.
Founded three companies (1 acquired, 1 still running, 1 failed), demonstrating expertise in fundraising, technical leadership, and strategic vision.
Graduation with Distinction from the University of Oxford’s MBA program, one of the most competitive in the world.
The Future of IoT is written for executives and senior managers of both enterprise organizations and technology companies alike to better understand the progression of the Internet of Things.
The Fellow of the BCS title is conferred on individuals to recognise their outstanding achievements and contributions to Information Technology. It is the highest grade of BCS membership and is awarded to those who have made a significant contribution to the profession.
Elected by the membership to the Board of Directors, the governing body of the Alliance for AI, IOT and Edge Continuum Innovation. Served as Treasurer of this organisation whose membership includes leaders in industrty, government, and academia.
Featured in leading publications including BBC, Forbes, Financial Times, and The Telegraph as well as television and conferences as an industry expert on AI & IoT. Regular commentator on enterprise technology strategy, with recognized thought leadership in predictive analytics and smart city innovations.
Jul 2021 - Sep 2024
London, UK
Proxximos develops a hardware and software platform to track and help prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Jul 2021 - Sep 2024
Sep 2015 - Jan 2021
London, UK
Part of the Hitachi Group, Hitachi Vantara empower businesses, including the Fortune 100, to innovate and scale through data. From solid data infrastructure, intelligent data management and AI powered hybrid cloud solutions — we’re the data backbone for the mission-critical.
Sep 2015 - Jan 2021
Feb 2023 - Present
Oxford, UK
The University of Oxford is one of the world’s leading academic institutions, renowned for its excellence in education, research, and innovation.
Feb 2023 - Present
Apr 2006 - Aug 2015
London, UK
Machine Learning and Data Engineering consulting firm, specialising in the development of predictive solutions for manufacturing and risk management.
Apr 2006 - Aug 2015
Oct 2019 - Jun 2023
London, UK & Brussels, Belgium
Founded by the European Commission, AIOTI fosters the development and growth of the AI and Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems. It serves as a collaborative platform that brings together stakeholders from industry, academia, and government to address challenges and opportunities in the AI and IoT domains.
Oct 2019 - Jun 2023
Nov 2020 - Nov 2021
London, UK & Brussels, Belgium
Oxford Seed Fund invests into startups where either a current Oxford student, alumni or researcher is part of the founding team.
Nov 2020 - Nov 2021
