Shaun Powell

Shaun Powell is an experienced professional with a long tenure at Newport City Council, serving in various managerial roles since 1987, including Transformation & Intelligence Manager and Newport Intelligence Hub Manager, where responsibilities encompass the development and delivery of data strategies to enhance council operations. Previous roles include Interim Digital Lead, overseeing the digital strategy and innovation for the city, and Corporate Spatial Data Manager, managing geospatial data and integration systems. Shaun's early career as a Civil Engineer transitioned to IT systems management, culminating in an Information Systems Consultant role. Additionally, Shaun served as Technical Project Manager for the Welsh Government, leading national initiatives for data quality improvement and interoperability among local authorities. Educational credentials include Higher National Certificates in Computer Science and Civil Engineering from University Wales College Newport.