Mark Brighton

Mark Brighton is a seasoned Digital Community Architect and Startup Strategist, currently serving as the Interim Chief Technology Officer for REALM, where they focus on building connected, sustainable communities in Saudi Arabia. With a strong background in data-driven marketing and loyalty programs, they have successfully held various leadership roles, including co-founding companies and serving as the original CTO for the Nectar loyalty program, recognized as IT Manager of the Year by Computing Magazine. Mark's extensive board experience spans sectors like energy, property, retail, health, and entertainment, providing strategic advisory services that align teams with business objectives. They hold a PhD and a First-Class BSc from the University of Sussex.