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Leadership Interviews

Featured conversations with the leaders shaping transformation — spanning digital, data, finance, HR, and supply chain.

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  1. The Future of AI and Cloud Transformation: Rare Insights from Chris Oxborough

    Few leaders are as well-equipped to navigate the complexities of AI and cloud transformation as Chris Oxborough. A seasoned technology expert with a career spanning leadership roles at KPMG and PwC, Chris is now preparing to transition into a portfolio career, focusing on advisory and board roles.

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  2. Overcoming Legacy System Hurdles while Managing the Change with Yucel Yuksel

    Technology plays a pivotal role in the expansion and growth of businesses, however, it's common to find many large organisations grappling with legacy systems. Transitioning from these dated systems is no walk in the park. Cloud migrations, though beneficial, can often come with a hefty resource cost.

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  3. Transforming Global Business Services: Insights from Maria Salvatore

    Maria Salvatore, a seasoned GBS leader with over 20 years of experience across industries, has dedicated her career to elevating GBS as a strategic driver for business transformation. As companies face unprecedented disruption and rapid technological advancement, the role of Global Business Services (GBS) has become central to navigating this new landscape.

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  4. Exploring Data Strategy at the Cutting Edge with Lynne Bailey

    Databricks’ Lead Data Strategist Lynne Bailey discusses how organisations can harness cloud technology, AI, and strong data culture to turn complex data into meaningful business insight.

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  5. Unlocking Digital Transformation in Financial Services: Insights from Tomas Romero

    In a time of rapid technological shifts, the financial services and energy sectors face unique challenges in harnessing the full potential of data and AI. Leading the charge in these transformations is Tomas Romero, a senior executive with over 20+ years of experience in enterprise digital change.

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  6. Unlocking the Power of AI: Unstructured Data and the Future of Data Leadership

    Glen McCracken, Head of Data Analytics and Automation at ION Analytics, shares his perspective on AI, data integration, and the changing nature of leadership in a technology-driven world.

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  7. Pioneering Change: Insights on HR Transformation and Overcoming Resistance

    Delivering transformation is rarely just about systems or processes. It is about people, adoption, and the ability to guide organisations through complex change. Joaquin Singer, a transformation leader with more than 16 years of experience, shares practical insights on delivering HR transformation programmes, overcoming resistance to change, and measuring success in large-scale enterprise initiatives.

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  8. Data Leadership Series: Peter Jackson, the Godfather of Data Strategy?

    Peter Jackson has spent his career bringing clarity to complexity. From early web development to AI-driven insight at national scale, his work reflects the evolution of data itself. Now, as Chief Data and Technology Officer at Outra, he focuses on a simple challenge: turning vast amounts of information into decisions that actually matter.

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  9. Chief Transformation Officers Guide To Effective Business Transformation with Alan Guthrie

    Alan Guthrie has spent more than three decades leading complex transformation programmes across global organisations. In this conversation, the Chief Transformation Officer and CIO at Calderys shares the principles that underpin successful business transformation.

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  10. A Comprehensive Guide to Data Transformation with Gareth Powell, Prominent Data & Analytics Leader

    Digital transformation is reshaping how organisations manage and use data. Gareth Powell, Group Data Officer & Partner at Irwin Mitchell, shares insights on building effective data strategies, harnessing AI, and why strong data engineering foundations are essential for successful transformation.

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