Simon Prinn

Simon Prinn (FBCS) is an accomplished Director of Data Science and Analytics at Walgreens Boots Alliance since March 2004, overseeing a team of 80 specialists in the UK. With extensive experience in data science and engineering, Simon has held various leadership roles, including Head of Data Science and Engineering, where collaboration with global teams and partners such as Microsoft and universities has been emphasized. Simon has a proven track record of delivering analytics projects for 20 countries and optimizing retail strategies, further supported by previous roles that developed analytical capabilities and drove commercial results across multiple international initiatives. Prior to joining Walgreens Boots Alliance, Simon gained experience at Boots and Stockport Council, focusing on retail insights and location research. Simon holds a BSc degree in Human Ecology from The University of Huddersfield.