Julian Sparkes

Julian Sparkes is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at US Anesthesia Partners, a position he has held since July 2022.2 He is an experienced technology executive with over 25 years of expertise in driving digital transformation and IT outsourcing initiatives on a global scale.1

Sparkes is recognized as a successful turnaround CIO/CDO who leverages software, technology, strategy, and business process improvement to accelerate change.1 He specializes in simplifying, streamlining, and digitizing IT infrastructure to enhance both customer and employee experiences.

Professional Background

• Partner at Fortium Partners (June 2022 - Present)2
• CIO at US Anesthesia Partners (July 2022 - Present)2
• CDO and CIO at Diebold Nixdorf (December 2018 - July 2021)2
• Vice President & Global GM - Alliances & Channels at PRGX Global Inc. (March 2018 - December 2018)2
• Partner at M9 Solutions (November 2016 - February 2018)2
• Vice President at IBM Global Business Services (December 2009 - 2016)2
• Partner at Diamond Management & Technology Consultants (August 2006 - December 2009)2
• CEO at NSC North America (March 2005 - July 2006)2
• Partner at Accenture (July 1983 - November 2004)2

Education

Julian Sparkes graduated from the University of Cambridge with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Engineering.2

Key Skills and Expertise

• Digital Transformation
• Strategic Leadership
• IT Outsourcing
• Business Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Vendor Contract Negotiation

Sparkes has been featured as a thought leader in various media outlets, including CNBC, The Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, and USA Today.1