Dean Garvey-North

Dean Garvey-North has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Dean has held leadership positions in both the public and private sectors, focusing on technology, digital transformation, and infrastructure management.

Their most recent role was as the CIO and Director of Digital Engineering at Thames Water, where they were responsible for the digital technology and operational technology aspects of the company's digital transformation efforts.

Prior to that, Dean Garvey-North served as the Group Head of Technology and Infrastructure and later as the Technology Officer at Places for People, one of the largest property management and development companies in the UK. In these roles, they were accountable for the overall technology, digital, and data strategies across the group.

Dean also gained experience as the interim internal CTO and Head of IT Infrastructure at GBG Plc, a global specialist in identity data intelligence. In this role, they defined and delivered the company's global digital and cloud strategy.

Dean Garvey-North's early work experience includes positions at LIMA Networks and ANS Group Plc, where they built successful managed services businesses, supported customers in their digital transformation, and managed infrastructure and technology teams.

Dean began their career at BBSRC, where they worked in various roles, including Information Technology Service Delivery Manager and Helpdesk Support Analyst, gaining a range of skills and experience in IT infrastructure management and customer service.

Overall, Dean Garvey-North has a strong background in technology leadership, digital transformation, and infrastructure management, with a focus on driving business value through the effective use of technology.

Dean Garvey-North completed their education at Roundwood Park Mathematics and Computing College from 1997 to 2002. In 2015, they pursued MITx Courses in Policy for Science, Technology and Innovation, with a focus on Information Technology. Later on, in 2021, they undertook MITx Courses in Shaping the future of Work, specializing in Business Administration and Management. In addition to their educational qualifications, Dean has obtained various certifications in the field of technology, such as CIO 100, Global CIO 200 Legend Award, Gartner Executive UK & Ireland CIO Inner Circle member, and BCS Professional.