DSAbout Daniel
I’m a results-driven consultant specialising in strategic operations, project and programme delivery, organisational & digital transformation, and growth enablement. With a proven track record delivering £30M+ in high-impact projects across sectors including sport, infrastructure, government, technology, and grassroots initiatives, I bring a structured, insight-led approach to solving complex challenges.
I’ve led large-scale initiatives for organisations such as the University of Cambridge, NHS, and Department for Work and Pensions, and delivered international project work across the Paris 2024 Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and more. I also co-founded a grassroots football platform that has raised over £70,000 in funding and sponsorships, combining strategy, operations, and community impact.
I operate with a “think like a scientist” mindset, data-led, curious, and committed to continuous improvement. Whether leading transformation, optimising performance, or managing cross-functional teams, I deliver solutions that are pragmatic, scalable, and aligned to long-term goals.
English
Native or bilingual
French
Basic
Can work on-site
Birmingham (up to 50km), Newcastle upon Tyne (up to 50km), Manchester (up to 50km), London (up to 50km)
Experience
- University of Cambridge Development and Alumni RelationsSenior Strategy, Projects & Change ManagerCONSULTING AND AUDITSFebruary 2025 - Today (1 year and 4 months)Cambridge, UK• Appointed on a specialist interim contract to ensure continuity during a senior colleague's bereavement leave, leading high-impact project and programme delivery, change leadership, and strategic execution across a 140- person organisation.• Led and delivered organisation-wide Special Interest Group (SIG) workshops, coaching teams and senior stakeholders on project delivery, change, risk, strategy, and process improvement—equipping them with practical tools and critical thinking to drive beter decision-making and collaborative ways of working.• Implemented structured frameworks for project & change management, streamlining workflows, reducing inefficiencies, and ensuring alignment with long-term institutional strategy.• Advised leadership on strategic decision-making, Leading organisational change initiatives, implementing strategic programme enhancements, and improving enterprise-wide efficiency.• Optimised reporting and resource allocation, enhancing visibility and accountability across cross-functional initiatives.
- This Is WearsideCo-Founder/CEOJanuary 2024 - Today (2 years and 5 months)Sunderland, UK• Transformed a dissolved predecessor into a high-performing organisation, earning trust from Sunderland AFC leadership through credibility rebuilding and impactful delivery.• Built a £50,000 pipeline of corporate sponsorships and donations by establishing high-value relationships with Sunderland AFC's executive board and local businesses, strengthening financial stability and community trust.• Raised £20,000 in community funding to deliver major stadium-wide displays, including the largest Remembrance Day stadium display in history, engaging 100,000+ spectators, generating millions of social media interactions, and earning international televised coverage.
- Major International Sporting EventsSenior Technology Programme Manager / Venue Technology ManagerApril 2022 - September 2024 (2 years and 5 months)• Directed end-to-end delivery of all technology services for venues during the Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games, Glasgow 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships, and Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.• Managed multi-stakeholder teams, including venue teams, technology partners, governing bodies, and international federations, ensuring technical requirements aligned with venue designs and driving projects to completion on time.• Oversaw complex operational planning, aligning technical requirements with international federation standards.
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Education
- BSc with Honours - International Business and ManagementAston University2025
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)Aston UniversityMaster of Business Administration (MBA)