Philip
Other - Ireland - iCEO #80142

Experience

Internationally recognised thought leader in the visualization, application and scaling of evolving digital, data and technology innovation & transformation, providing governance & oversight in the design and implementation of new business and operating models, and customer-centric omnichannel experiences.

Major Achievements

Group Chief Digital Transformation Officer (Interim) at Abu Dhabi based Sovereign Wealth Fund ($160Billion+ Assets Under Management), driving and creating value across 11 key sectors, with a broad portfolio of 100+ Operating Companies. ➢ Defined and developed Digital, Data & Technology Transformation and Customer Experience strategy for c.4.5Bn manufacturer, distributor, retailer and marketer of beverages and food products (35+ brands) • Architected a multi-year Strategic Transformation program including CoE Business Operating Models, Technology Platforms and Change Management to a data-led, customer centric multi-brand proposition in 8 MENA countries (following 6 acquisitions) • CoE delivered 150Mn in annual salary savings. Group Marketplace/eCom MENA proposition to deliver additional 750Mn revenue ➢ Defined and developed Digital, Data & Technology Transformation and Customer Experience strategy for Abu Dhabi’s new $6Bn Retail Terminal • Established SteerCo Governance and project leads to deliver above strategy via 8 integrated work-streams (c.1Bn+AED) to launch the most advanced airport in the world, implementing the smartest and latest technology of the future, and delivering exceptional end-to-end experiences through the eyes of our passengers/customers. Board Advisor at Private US/Irish Venture Capital incubator & accelerator firm, supporting innovative startups with a particular focus in Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, EnviroTech, etc. ➢ Provision of board governance and advice on M&A pipeline, including Digital Transformation, Disruptive Innovation, Rapid Prototyping and MVP Development, Market/User Research, Operations and Global Distribution at scale.

Industry Sector Competencies

E-Commerce/Internet

Electronics

IT/Computer Hardware

Consumer Goods

Packaging

Other Distribution

Professional Objectives

Function: Chief Digital Officer, Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Transformation Officer

Sector: Sector agnostic

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Europe, Middle East (UAE)

Additional Professional Interests

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

China

Egypt

Hong Kong

Ireland

Jordan

Operational Competencies

Technologies to market (Expert)

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)