David - CTO/Chief Technical Officer - UK - iCEO #23323

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David's Profile

iCEO #23323

Position: CTO/Chief Technical Officer

Nationality: UK

Experience

Award-winning Programme Director“hands on” with proven ability to direct end-to-end programme delivery life cycles, and lead engagements. Manage global Business Transformation programmes valued up to $140M+.

Major Achievements

Oversaw end to end development of opodo.fr travel portal, a joint venture with British Airways and another group of airlines. Established outsourcing deals to handle delivery of IT and ERP systems, set up call centres, and drove strategic planning around marketing and management programme. Portal is now the #2 travel site in France with a robust European presence. Reported directly to the Board and CEO.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Electronics

IT/Computer Hardware

Software

Systems Integration

Telecommunications

Professional Objectives

Function: Program Manager/Director/CTO/Operations Director

Sector: Financial Services, SaaS, Internet business

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: UK, US, Europe, UAE

Countries Covered

UK

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Expert)

Close down or sell off (Professional)