Biography
From a start in software development, through financial accounting to revenue growth & operational delivery, Darren understands the cost and value of technology….
A senior executive specialising with 20 years experience leading EMEA & North American commercial operations for Enterprise Technology & Services, Automation & AI Technology, AdTech, Martech & Open Banking Technology. Entrepreneurial by nature, Darren has a passion for technology & international operations and a background in software engineering & financial accounting.
Darren has led multi-market operations & commercial development for some of the leading technology brands. He has managed P&L across teams of 350+ people and over €500m in annual revenues. He has led all operations, finance and new business initiatives at these companies generating annual pipeline opportunities of over €150m with a focus on SaaS and customised enterprise technology services.
Qualifications
• Harvard Business School｜CORe Business Administration
• Accounting Chartered Institute of Management Accountants｜CIMA Certification
• Selected for PhD program developing A.I. systems for UK Defence Evaluation & Research Agency
• University of Nottingham｜BSc in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence & Psychology
• Technology Understanding｜Python, Kotlin, Go, Rust, Typescript, Assembly, Powershell & Dart
Unique Perspective
Darren has a varied background which provides a unique perspective on where technology, innovation, value and opportunity meet.
Multi Disciplined
Darren can adapt his thinking to the many challenges facing businesses and provides connected thinking to drive real world innovation and change.
Results Focused
Darren is solely focused on the businesses of his clients and delivering commercial and sustainable growth. From expansion to exit, Darren delivers.