Colin Bennett

Colin Bennett's work experience includes various roles in the finance and technology sectors. Colin has held positions such as Global Head of Marketing and Client Experience at GAM Investments, where they were responsible for developing and implementing the firm's marketing and brand strategy. Colin also served as the Head of Digital Distribution, Global, where they built out a new digital capability within global distribution and led teams in delivering digital marketing and associated capabilities. In addition, they have held roles in IT management, project management, and operations management at GAM Investments. Outside of GAM, Bennett has served as a member of the Investment Association's Technical Forum and as an Advisory Board Member for The Engine, Fintech Accelerator. Colin has also co-authored a book on wealth technology and has been involved in various mentorship and committee roles. Prior to their time at GAM, Bennett worked as a Management Consultant and Scientific Officer in the fields of project management and aviation safety.

Colin Bennett's education history includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Leadership from the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School (2019-2020), a Mini MBA in Brand Management from Marketing Week Mini MBA with Mark Ritson (2021), an MIT Fintech Certificate Course in Fintech - Blockchain, DLT, Crypto Currency, Startup, business planning, pitching from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2016-2017), and a BEng (Hons) in Engineering and Business Management from the University of Surrey (1990-1995). Additionally, they have obtained various certifications such as the NCFE CACHE LEVEL 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid and Mental Health Advocacy in the Workplace and the Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (FCIM).