Jeff Watson

Jeff Watson has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Jeff began their career as the Head of Technology at Abbey National/Santander Group, where they oversaw multiple releases and managed internet IT change management. Jeff later served as the CEO of Blastbeat Ltd, an international online music and multimedia company, leading a global team and implementing innovative strategies. With IBM Global Business Services, Jeff worked as an Associate Partner, focusing on digital and mobile channel transformation for financial services and consumer products companies. At Barclays Corporate Channels, they worked on digital strategy and transformation. Jeff then joined ANZ Bank as the Head of Digital Projects, where they developed digital resourcing teams and improved overall digital transformation and delivery capabilities. Jeff also worked as a Digital Ventures Program Director at National Australia Bank and as the Programme Manager for e-Initiative at BSkyB. Currently, they serve as the Head of Digital at SSE Airtricity, leading the digital transformation of people, processes, and technology. In addition to their extensive work experience, Jeff holds an MBA from Harvard with an emphasis on technology management, social media, e-commerce, and mobile.

Jeff Watson earned an MBA in Finance and Technology Management from Harvard Business School, where they studied from 1994 to 1996. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics at California State University, Fresno, from 1977 to 1982.

Additionally, Jeff holds certifications as a Certified Professional Scrum Master and a Prince2 Practitioner, but the details of where and when they obtained these certifications are not provided.