Mike Lewis ^{Top-Executive}

Extensive leadership experience in the digital economy & technologies sector with a proven track record of driving innovation and scaling business growth. My experience spans B2B and B2C across global markets working with top UK brands, global corporations, high-growth scale-ups, university collaboration and the public sector. I was the product lead in a number of industry ‘firsts’ in the UK; the first digital mobile pay as you go service, and the first video and information services over high speed internet. In addition, I was the proposition lead with the world’s first virtual mobile provider, a business ultimately sold for close to £1bn and was involved involved in the early days of Fintech, challenger banks and scale up SaaS businesses. I have most recently been a member of the Tech UK Nations & Regions Council and supporting digital and creative businesses establish and grow in the UK.

Leadership & Strategy: Visionary leadership in business transformation, strategic planning, and go to market execution.

Business Development & Commercial : Proven track record in consultative business development, pipeline generation, partnerships, deal closure, negotiation skills and revenue growth.

Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement: Building relationships with international and domestic players across public and private sectors.

Emerging Technologies: Experience in digital transformation, 5G, IoT, cyber, Fintech, AI, cloud, SaaS, XR, cyber, blockchain, biometrics, private networks and quantum with a deep understanding of technology trends in the business environment applied to a diverse number of industry sectors including manufacturing, fintech and public services.

Inward Investment & Economic Development: Experience in developing and delivery strategies to attract regional investment from new tech businesses and expansion of existing tech businesses; top performing UK region outside of London 2023 and top sector 2025.

Marketing & Proposition Development: Skilled in go-to-market strategies, product roadmaps, product owner/ development and customer acquisition.

Team Management: Recruitment, mentoring, and leadership of cross-functional and agile teams.

Non-Executive: Experienced NED of immersive tech business and educational trusts