Clifford Budge

Clifford Budge is an experienced operations leader in data services, currently serving as Operations Director at Optimizely since May 2025, where leadership of a global team in Data Governance, Engineering, Analytics, and Science emphasizes best practices and project delivery. Prior roles include Head of Data & Reporting at Nissan Motor Corporation, focusing on customer experience data analytics, and Head of Analytics at Feefo, where strategic data initiatives were developed. Previous experience also includes Head of Data Science at Legal & General, and significant leadership roles at LEGO Group, EDF Energy, ITV, BBC, Scoot Business Directory, and Fixing Point. Clifford Budge holds a BSc Hons in Mapping Science and Environmental Science from the University of Bedfordshire.