The Journey to Enterprise Transformation
From writing code for early mobile games to advising C-Suite executives on AI-driven organisational change. A practitioner’s path through engineering, agile coaching, and global portfolio delivery.
Engineering & Development
My career began at the keyboard—writing embedded software for the hospitality industry and building mobile games for classic Nokia devices. This engineering foundation instilled a deep respect for technical craft and an enduring understanding of what it takes to actually build software from the ground up.
Discovering Agile
Transitioning into traditional, Waterfall-driven project management, I quickly felt the friction of rigid processes. Everything changed during my time at BT, where I was first introduced to Agile methodologies. It was a revelation. I embraced this new way of working, adopting roles across the spectrum: Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Business Analyst.
Delivery Leadership
When colleagues began asking for unofficial guidance, my path pivoted towards Agile Coaching. For years, I balanced delivering highly complex, difficult programmes while concurrently coaching multiple teams. I learned that frameworks are only as good as the culture adopting them.
Enterprise Transformation
Eventually, we hit a blocker. I realised that optimizing IT delivery was insufficient if the surrounding organisation—Finance, HR, Legal, Security, and Compliance—wasn't aligned. This sparked a deep interest in broader business transformation, leading to years of end-to-end enterprise coaching while remaining grounded in practical, hands-on portfolio delivery.
C-Suite Advisory & AI Acceleration
This evolution naturally led to advising the C-Suite and supporting board-level decision-making. Today, my focus is on aligning executive strategy with execution, and increasingly, leveraging Artificial Intelligence as a strategic vehicle to accelerate enterprise transformation and delivery excellence.
Beyond the Boardroom
When I am not designing target operating models or exploring AI applications, I like to keep sharp and active. I am an avid table tennis player—enjoying the fast pace and strategic thinking it requires—and I actively pursue a variety of other hobbies to stay energized and continuously learning.
Certifications & Education
- SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC)Scaled Agile, Inc. • 2023
- Agile CoachICAgile • 2021
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)Scrum Alliance • 2018
Direct Advisory Engagement
Available for executive consulting, target operating model design, interim portfolio leadership, and C-suite transformation advisory.