I am the Chief Information Security Officer spearheading the cybersecurity initiatives of a distinguished FTSE 30 organisation in the food, beverage, and retail sectors. With over 18 years of seasoned expertise in both IT and cybersecurity. I have a passion for growing and developing high performing teams. Delivering value through advising and guiding businesses on IT, Information Systems, Operational Technology and CyberSecurity.
What I offer
Industry Experience / Business know-how
Over the past 15+ years I have implemented / delivered / managed / procured Infrastructure and operational technology into small, medium and large scale businesses globally. From ideation to business-as-usual for Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) / Construction and Retail driving business value.
Having changed careers from Law to IT and working through all levels of an organisation from clerk, desktop support to C-Level. I have gained experience from the ground up from understanding the basics of manufacturing and distribution to the complexity of securing these at a global scale.
Born, raised and educated in Johannesburg, South Africa. 10 years of working in SA before immigrating to England, UK. Moved to Darmstadt, Germany for 3.5 years, travelling internationally to support operations in North and South America, Europe and Asia. Back to the UK to support 53 Countries today
Having a legal background allowed me to change careers to a legal software development company. Supporting the development of a new go to market product and leading the implementation team to deliver value. I was part of the team that created the annual recurring revenue of the product.
Consulting, gathering business driven requirements and implementing enterprise software allowed me to gain insight into how businesses operate at all levels. From procuring raw materials to delivering finished products and services and all the product development and manufacturing in between.
I inspire teams to develop and deliver value. Make strategic decisions with empathy. Embrace and promote collaboration, and do this while continuously learning to develop my approach, driving change and leaving a lasting impact.