Matt B.

Matt B. has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning over two decades. Matt started their career as an IT Senior Technician at Bradford & Bingley, where they quickly progressed to a senior level and was responsible for developing and supporting Windows and Mainframe applications. One of their key projects involved converting Bradford & Bingley from a building society into a PLC, where they implemented software to de-duplicate customer information.

After their time at Bradford & Bingley, Matt joined IBM in 2002 as an Application Development & Support Manager. Throughout their tenure at IBM, they progressed to the role of IBM Manager and led multiple application development and support teams. Matt was involved in significant client transformations and worked with various technologies for in-house developed and procured solutions.

Since 2013, Matt has been with StepChange Debt Charity, initially taking up the role of Development Manager. In this position, they managed a team of 12 application developers and was responsible for the development and support of the charity's internal and external facing applications. Afterward, they served as a Programme Manager (Technical), overseeing program management related to technical aspects. Most recently, Matt held the position of Senior Delivery Manager, leading six technical delivery teams working with different technologies.

In June 2022, Matt transitioned to the role of Head of Change & Enterprise Architecture at StepChange Debt Charity. The end date for this position is not provided, suggesting that they are currently still in this role.

Matt B. completed their education at Staffordshire University from 1995 to 1998, earning a BA (Honours) degree in Business & Financial Economics with a focus on Economics. Prior to that, they attended Notley High School from 1985 to 1993, but no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.

Additionally, Matt B. has obtained several certifications. In February 2019, they obtained the Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) certification from Scrum.org. In January 2019, they obtained the AgilePgM Foundation certification from APMG International. In June 2016, they earned the ITIL CONTINUAL SERVICE IMPROVEMENT certification from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. In January 2016, they obtained the ITIL Operational Support and Analysis certification from the same institution. Matt also holds an ITIL Foundation certification from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, although the exact month of attainment is not provided.

In August 2013, Matt B. obtained the PRINCE2 Foundation certification, although the institution is not specified. In the same month, they also earned the PRINCE2 Practitioner certification from APM Group. No additional information is available regarding the TOGAF® Certification Program.