Liz Henderson

Non Executive Director

DIGITAL - DATA - CHANGE - STRATEGY - OPERATIONS Data Governance & Management | Digital Transformation | Data Migration | Data Culture & Literacy As a seasoned non-executive professional, I bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of experience in guiding organizations through digital and data initiatives. My board-level experience spans the charity and SME sectors, coupled with committee chair expertise in the private sector. I seamlessly integrate strategic, operational, digital, and data proficiency with robust financial oversight to effectively manage risk and facilitate the realisation of benefits inherent in digital & data strategies. Renowned as a respected leader in the data industry, I am recognized for my extensive network and adeptness in analysing complex situations with a strategic mindset. As an individual known for generating innovative ideas and delivering solutions with a long-term focus, I have earned esteem from subordinates, peers, and superiors for my expertise in digital and data realms. My extensive professional background includes diverse experience across industries and sectors, with a global footprint encompassing Europe, Asia, and the Americas. At the board level, my primary objective is to assist organizations in unlocking the full potential of their data. This involves contributing to the establishment of the strategic direction, ensuring the implementation of an effective digital strategy and enhancing overall organizational effectiveness and profitability. I achieve this by providing guidance to foster a culture characterised by capability, confidence, and curiosity. This, in turn, results in improved decision-making, innovation, and competitiveness, ultimately leading to increased success and growth. Some notable successes include: Orchestrated and led the strategic implementation of a digital transformation for products within a Fortune 500 company, resulting in a 40% reduction in regulatory compliance costs, a 50% improvement in time to market, and refinement of their 'Go To Market' offering. Redesigned, implemented, and led the graduate program at the world's largest technology and consulting employer, achieving an additional revenue of £2 million year-on-year by improving time to value. Provided data and digital lead advisory to a client ranked among the 10 most valuable luxury brands worldwide, navigating their complex siloed operating structure, and establishing a trusted ongoing relationship that delivered significant value for both firms. Delivered data & digital transformation lead advisory to a global FTSE100 client, laying the foundations for data-driven success, resulting in a follow-on pipeline of £5 million+, solidifying our role as their data partner.


Expertise

  • FTSE 350 company
  • Large (200+ employees) organisation – unlisted
  • Construction
  • Consumer Goods
  • Information Technology & Services
  • Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Management Consulting
  • Oil & Energy
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Tobacco
  • Utilities
  • Governance
  • Business Acumen
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Policy & Regulation
  • Senior Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Other

Experience

  • Non Executive
  • Executive Director
  • Consultant

Board or Committee Experience

Title Sub Committee Company Name Industry
Non-Exec DirectorN/aBe the BusinessLoyalty Rewards
Non-Exec DirectorFund raising chairFocusCharity - Youth
Non-Exec DirectorPhilanthropy memberMilton Keynes Community FoundationCharity

Executive Career Summary

Title Company Name Industry
Executive AdvisorCapgeminiBusiness Services
Chief data and analytics officerNHBCInsurance}