Stephen Thompson

Stephen Thompson is the Group Head of IT at Hendy Group, where responsibilities include defining the strategic vision for technology and leading a team that supports over 1,700 colleagues across 50 locations in the South of England. Prior to this role, Stephen served as IT Operations Manager EMEA at Elanco, focusing on delivering technology solutions for approximately 7,000 employees. As European Technology Manager at Wilmington Trust, significant contributions included managing major technology service transformations and IT budgets. Earlier positions included roles at First Abu Dhabi Bank, Stifel Financial Corp., RBS, and IDE Group, showcasing a comprehensive background in technology leadership and operations. Stephen holds a Diploma in Business Management and Administration from Bristol Management Center.