Derrick Wood
Principal CIO CTO @Freeman Clarke
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WORK HISTORY
Principal CIO CTO @Freeman Clarke
Freeman Clarke is the largest and most experienced team of fractional (or part-time) CIOs and CTOs in UK. We work exclusively in the mid-market sector and are completely independent of all suppliers in order to work solely for the benefit of our clients. There are no long-term contracts, so we can quickly adapt to client needs. We support and drive business growth in the following areas- Technology strategy and vision- Digital infrastructures- Team development and leadership- Business systems integration - Risk management and security - Adding value for Private EquityWe’re more than consultants, interims or freelancers. With our commercial, managerial and technical experience, Freeman Clarke Principals become part of the client’s executive team, remaining accountable for what we recommend and do. Our team is backed by methods and benchmark data and forms a unique community of experts able to draw on the collective experience, expertise and market intelligence of Freeman Clarke colleagues.
EDUCATION
London College of Communication, University of the Arts London
Chartered Institute of Marketing Certificate, Marketing
The University of Edinburgh
Certificate of Achievement, Non-Executive Director Program
IMD
Heineken IT Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership
The University of Edinburgh
Master of Arts (Hons), Geography
IMD
Global IT Leadership Programme Online, Management Information Systems, General
The University of Manchester
Kellogg Senior Strategic Management, Organizational Leadership
SKILLS
ABOUT DERRICK WOOD
An accomplished, innovative and results orientated CIO with extensive experience gained with blue chip companies across a number of diverse industry sectors, including: FMCG; Oil & Gas; engineering services; defence, and; manufacturing.Brings an excellent understanding in a wide range of application and development platforms and technologies, balanced with a keen commercial focus, vendor management and a proven track record of introducing and driving transformational change in a clear business orientated manner.A pragmatic strategist with key skills and achievements in both the positioning of corporate digital agendas at an executive and board level, and in the delivery of multi £M international programs. An effective team builder and responsive decision maker who is confident to lead in a fast paced, high-pressured international environment. Recognised for strong financial management expertise in both program and operational budgets in excess of $100M across teams of circa 500.
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