David Heard is an experienced CTO with over 20 years of expertise in IT. He has a strong background in driving innovation and architecting large-scale technology transformations. He's skilled in bringing Data Science and Software Engineering disciplines together to build robust enterprise applications and services. David's experience extends to implementing Reactive AI solutions using Micro Service Domain-Based Designs on cloud platforms and open-source containers. He's also proficient in using Agile methodologies, continuous integration/delivery (CD/CI) DevOps, Enterprise Architecture and developing technology strategy/roadmaps. David has worked with large complex multinational organizations, gaining expertise in integrating with COTS systems and enabling SOA legacy systems. He's held senior leadership positions in architecture/development teams, providing thought leadership with strong interpersonal skills and communication at the senior/board level. David studied Management at the Chartered Management Institute and Electronics at the University of Westminster. He's worked with several organizations in the past, including 6point6, Engine B, KPMG UK, Phoenix Solutions Ltd, AIG, QBE European Operations, LIMIT Underwriting Ltd, and Janson Green Ltd.