UCISA26 Advisory Board

 

 

   
     
 

Siân Thomas

Head of Corporate Engagement and Events

UCISA

Sian is the Head of Corporate Engagement and Events at UCISA, responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership and management of the UCISA events programme and leading its Corporate Member Scheme. Sian plays a lead role in creating, developing and managing high quality and efficient services to UCISA members. Sian joined UCISA in 2018 bringing a wealth of experience gained from her career as an Event Manager within hospitality venues and has been at the forefront of UCISA’s transformation programme.

   

Claire Taylor

Director of Information Services

Edinburgh Napier University

Claire is Director of Information Services at Edinburgh Napier University, having had a varied career in banking, utilities and justice. She is a TOGAF certified enterprise architect, passionate about user-centric design to deliver excellent services. On the board of HEFESTIS, and as chair of HEIDS, she is committed to developing a sustainable future for the sector.

   

Daniel Roberts

Chief Information Officer

SOAS, University of London

Daniel Roberts is Chief Information Officer at SOAS, University of London, leading institution-wide digital transformation. With a background at the London School of Economics, he has delivered large-scale technology, data, and cybersecurity programmes. Passionate about innovation, collaboration, and resilience.

 
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Dean Phillips

Director

University of Aberdeen

 

 

 

 

     

Geraint Llewelyn

I&O Director

University of Warwick

Geraint is the Infrastructure & Operations Director at the University of Warwick. He joined the University in 2012. Geraint’s motivation in Higher Education stems from the sector’s profound impact on the world. Contributing to projects that enhance research outcomes and improve student learning experiences is something he finds deeply rewarding.

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Henrik Brogger

Director of Digital Operations and Service Delivery

University of Reading

Henrik has extensive experience of leading people through change as well as managing and innovating with digital technologies. Having worked in a variety of senior leadership roles, he is an experienced collaborator and thought leader focusing on strategic goals and business outcomes, underlined by a culture of empowerment and achievement.

 
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Jenny Rae

CIO

Imperial College London

Jenny Rae became Imperial College London’s Chief Information Officer in October 2023, leading ICT and driving the Digital Plan. Joining in 2022 as Director of Digital Products, she previously held senior roles at Found Tech, Vodafone, and BT. Jenny holds a first-class Business degree and an MBA from Henley.

   

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Krista Robbie

Director - IT Service Operations

The University of Manchester

 

 

 

 

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Lee Rose

Assistant Director & Projects CTO

University of Sussex

Lee Rose is Assistant Director & Projects CTO in IT Services at the University of Sussex. With over 26 years in higher education leadership, including roles at the Royal College of Art and the University of Westminster, he is committed to advancing the sector and enriching student experiences through impactful digital transformation.

 
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Matt Scott

Chief Digital and Technology Officer

University of Sussex

Responsible for delivering digital and technology services at the University of Sussex. With over 20 years in public sector IT leadership, delivered complex shared services and transformative programmes. Driven by a passion for getting the basics right to enable innovation, efficiency and exceptional user experiences.

   

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Mel Gomes

Head of IT Commercial Management and Contracts

Royal Holloway, University of London

Mel Gomes has 30 years business experience, managing the commercial relationship of strategic technology partners and delivering IT contracts and digital services in both public and private sectors, across multiple verticals, which have improved end user experience, delivered significant business benefits and reduced both total cost ownership and technical debt.

   

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Richard Passey

Chief Architect

University College London

Richard Passey is Chief Architect at UCL, where he pioneered enterprise architecture in higher education leveraging over 25 years of IT experience. He leads strategic digital transformation through collaborative design, stakeholder engagement and agile governance. Ric is passionate about leveraging AI and emerging technologies to shape inclusive, future-ready institutions.

 
 

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Russell Boyatt

Director of Technology Strategy and Architecture

London School of Economics

 

 

 

 

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Simon Corbett

CIO

Northumbria University

Simon’s core day job is to provide strategic leadership and management of the Northumbria University’s Digital, Technology & Transformation Service.  He is also responsible for the vision and delivery of the Digital Masterplan and acts as an advisor and advocate with key stakeholders, to maximise opportunities for innovation and technology change across the University.

   

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Tracey Jessup

Chief Transformation and Resources Officer

De Montfort University

Tracey Jessup, Chief Transformation and Resources Officer at De Montfort University, leads a multi-year transformation aligning technology, campus, people, and work practices. Former UK Parliament Chief Digital and Information Officer, she drove digital innovation, earning CIO 100 recognition (2021–2024) and awards for outstanding contributions, including Women in IT 2021