Daniel Smith is a transformational IT Director currently serving as the Director of IT at Pure Data Centres Group since 2026. They previously held the position of IT Director at Empiric Student Property plc from 2021 to 2023, and served as Chief Technology Officer at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers from 2018 to 2021. Earlier in their career, they were the Head of IT at Octopus Investments from 2006 to 2010 and at Lucida plc from 2011 to 2013, as well as a Helpdesk Analyst at Atos Origin in 2002-2003. Daniel is well-versed in leading transformational change and empowering companies through innovative technology solutions.