Kevin Ives has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various industries. Most recently, they served as the Chief Information Officer at SNG (formerly Sovereign Housing Association) starting in August 2019.
Prior to that, they held the position of Digital Transformation Director and ICT Director at Arriva Trains from 2012 to 2019. At Balfour Beatty Plc, they were the Head of Shared Services from 2011 to 2012, where they supported emerging IT infrastructure and led a Change and Transformation team.
Kevin also worked as a Director at Great Leap Forward Associates from 2010 to 2012, providing strategic advice and working with major IT suppliers like Logica. At London Underground, they were the VP Information Management & Transformation Lead from 2008 to 2010, responsible for overseeing service management and multiple efficiency projects.
Their previous roles include IT Director at Metronet Rail from 2002 to 2008, Head of Business Systems at Trans4m from 2001 to 2002, and Regional IT Manager - South America at Thames Water from 1997 to 2001. Kevin began their career as a Project Manager at Kent Police from 1995 to 1997.
Overall, Kevin Ives has a strong background in information management, digital transformation, and leadership positions in the IT sector.
Kevin Ives obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Newcastle University during the period from 1990 to 1993. Kevin then pursued a Master of Science degree in Industrial Relations from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 1992-1993. Later, Kevin completed their education by earning a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Cass Business School, which took place from 2005 to 2007.
August, 2019 - present