Stephen McConnell

Stephen Mcconnell is an accomplished operations and technology expert with extensive experience in network engineering and architecture. Currently serving as Operations Director at Optimus Networks UK and as Chief Technology Officer and Head of Network Architecture at Cloud Gateway, Stephen has demonstrated leadership in various roles including Director at SJM Network Consulting LTD and Lead Network Architect for the HMPPS Digital Prisons Program at the Ministry of Justice UK. Prior experience includes positions at The Co-operative Group, Capita, Betfred, and Lloyds Banking Group, where Stephen focused on network design, implementation, and optimisation. Additionally, Stephen served as a Royal Marine with the UK Ministry of Defence, gaining valuable team leadership and logistics experience in challenging environments. Stephen's educational background includes studies at The Manchester College and Sale Grammar School.