Stuart Merrilees

Stuart Merrilees is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic change, technology, and project management within various industries including insurance and retail. Currently serving as Delivery Lead for Agile Ways of Working at First Central, Stuart has successfully led an enterprise-wide transformation project that improved delivery capabilities and employee satisfaction. Previous roles include Technology & Change Director at Bonmarche, where responsibilities included overseeing technology functions and digital strategy, and Programme Director at GL Group, leading a multi-disciplinary global water infrastructure program. Additionally, Stuart has held senior positions at Direct Line Group, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Churchill Insurance. A distinguished academic, Stuart holds an MBA with distinction from Alliance Manchester Business School and numerous management qualifications, including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and Agile certifications.