Takhliq Hanif

Takhliq Hanif is an accomplished technology and architecture leader with extensive experience in enterprise architecture, digital strategy, and innovation. Currently serving as the Head of Architecture, Technology & Enterprise Data at Volkswagen Financial Services (UK) since April 2021, Takhliq is responsible for developing the enterprise architecture and cloud strategies. Prior to this role, Takhliq has held significant positions, including Chief Architect & Head of Group Enterprise Architecture at Etihad Airways since April 2014 and Global Chief Enterprise Architect at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Shell from 2008 to 2014, where responsibilities included leading global architecture capabilities and major transformation initiatives. Takhliq began the professional career at Dolphin Energy as Chief Architect, contributing to technology and architecture delivery for large-scale projects. Educational qualifications include a Technology Platforms and Digital Disruption Programme from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and a BSc in Computer Science from Glasgow Caledonian University.