Alan Cairns

Alan Cairns is a highly accomplished commercial "T shaped" CPeO (Chief People Officer) who has successfully transitioned to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) at iTech Media.1 He has extensive experience in HR and operations, having previously held positions such as Chief People Officer at Moo.com and Group HR Director for Moneysupermarket.com.3 Alan is known for his expertise in driving innovation, building teams, and overseeing operational functions in competitive markets.5

Career Highlights

• Current role: COO at iTech Media
• Former positions: Managing Partner at iTech Media, Chief People Officer at Moo.com, Group HR Director at Moneysupermarket.com
• Expertise: HR, operations, team building, and driving innovation

Professional Insights

Alan has shared his thoughts on leadership and personal growth through articles on LinkedIn, including:

• "5 ways being a dad has (hopefully) made me a better leader"
• "Kicking COVID's Ass"
• "Building Teams: The Art of Change"1

He has also been featured in podcasts discussing his career transition from HR to COO and his experiences in the tech industry.26

Current Focus

As of December 2024, Alan is involved in driving innovation and adoption of Open Banking in the UK and Ireland at GoCardless, where he is likely working on hiring for key roles in this initiative.4