Gillian Channer

Gillian Channer has an extensive work experience spanning several companies and roles. Gillian began their career at Oracle in 1995 as a Training Consultant and gradually progressed to roles such as Technology Pre-Sales Consultant, Insight Director, and Senior Director Business Operations. In 2018, they joined Capita as the Divisional Product Architecture Director, and later became the Chief Product Officer. Gillian then moved on to become a Trustee and Vice Chair at In2scienceUK in 2019, where they played a key role in advising the executive team and contributing to the charity's growth and recognition. Currently, they hold the position of Vice President of Product Management at Mitek Systems.

Gillian Channer obtained an Executive MBA degree in International/Global Studies from Henley Business School between 2020 and 2022. Gillian also completed a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Coaching and Behavioural Change from the same institution, from 2014 to 2017. In addition to their academic achievements, Gillian holds certifications in Product Management and Human-Centred Design. Gillian received the Product Focus Certified Product Manager certification in 2021 and became a Certified Facilitator of Human-Centred Design in 2019 through the LUMA Institute. Gillian also obtained the Certified Practitioner of Human-Centred Design certification from LUMA Institute in the same year.