An executive technology leader (CIO/CDIO) and digital pathfinder with a record of aligning technological innovation with corporate strategy to drive digital transformation and commercial efficiency.

With a career spanning blue-chip consultancy, public sector leadership, and international industrial enterprises, Gareth provides the strategic literacy and technical credentials required to transform legacy IT functions into modern, data-driven proactive partners. Trusted adviser to CEOs and boards, he bridges the gap between technological possibility and measurable competitive advantage.

Record of transformational impact

Gareth has a proven history of shaping IT strategy and delivering complex, high-stakes modernisation programmes across high-scrutiny, regulated sectors:

• Public sector open data and transparency: As Chief Digital Information Officer for Companies House, orchestrated the landmark Open Data initiative, scaling data access from 1 million to 11 million searches per day and modernising the UK’s corporate transparency infrastructure.

• International IoT & digital transformation: Serving as CDIO for Loxam Powered Access, led the digital transformation of 150 EMEA sites and pioneered large-scale IoT integration for a fleet of 50,000 machines, driving new data-driven business models.

• AI-driven sector leadership: As Chief Information and Transformation Officer at Stonewater, repositioned a major UK housing provider as an industry leader in AI adoption and Smart Homes IoT, using technology to deliver tangible ROI and improved customer outcomes.

• M&A, investor readiness & integration: Leading complex technology due diligence, post-merger integration, and strategy for Next 15 and Trinity Mirror, and supporting the successful trade sale of Exec-Appointments to the Financial Times.

Multi-literate business pedigree

Gareth combines deep technical expertise with fundamental business acumen, creating a unique, board-ready perspective:

• Oxford Strategy & Innovation: Received the Dean’s Award for Best Overall Mark for a Masters Diploma in Strategy and Innovation from the University of Oxford – Saïd Business School.

• Chartered Accountant (ACA): A Chartered Accountant (ICAEW) with global Big Four consultancy experience (Deloitte), ensuring my technology leadership is supported by deep commercial and financial understanding.

• Legal Background (LLB, LPC): Previous academic studies in law ensure a broad perspective on governance, risk, and complex compliance frameworks.

• Certified CIO: Formally trained and certified for executive technology leadership.

Advisory, fractional CIO & Non-Executive Director roles

Gareth provides advisory services to organisations navigating structural complexity or rapid transformation. He is open to supporting organisations in a variety of capacities:

• Fractional or interim CIO: Immediate, targeted expert intervention for complex technology challenges.

• Advisory: Providing strategic counsel to CEOs and Boards on technology, data, and digital transformation.

• Non-Executive Director (NED): Offering board-level governance, scrutiny, and strategic challenge, particularly where technology is a key lever for organisational growth.