David Gartside ACMA

David Gartside, ACMA, CGMA, is a commercially oriented senior finance leader specializing in global operational finance within the biologics sector. With extensive experience in emerging markets, they have successfully managed finance teams and implemented SOX frameworks across high-risk environments. Currently serving as the Global Finance Director for Covid Vaccine at AstraZeneca, Gartside provides critical financial modeling and risk management support for global supply chains. Their previous roles include leadership positions at Co-operative Group, Sodexo, and Phoenix Equity Partners, where they focused on business integration, strategic planning, and financial efficiency. Gartside holds qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.