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CTO, Nomo Bank | UK & GCC Banking | Technology Risk, Audit, Resilience & AI Governance
Hi there I'm Ewan, a strategic technology and transformation leader in Financial Services - typically positions such as CIO, CTO and CDO. - I work with Banks to implement group-wide digital transformation and (generative) AI programmes - I'm external faculty for the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) and Bahrain Institute of Banking & Finance (BIBF), offering executive workshops on AI, FinTech & Open Banking - I also am a regular TikTokker offering career development tips and advice I'm the former Group Chief Digital Officer and Group Chief Transformation Officer with a track record delivering technology, digital and cultural change in large organisations in the United Kingdom, Europe and the Middle East. At Sohar International Bank in Oman, I was the Group Chief Transformation Officer, leading the bank's transformation agenda, including all information technology/core, cyber security, digital, programme management, marketing, FinTech & Open Banking, AI/Data, innovation, customer experience & process re-engineering. Before this, I was Group Chief Digital Officer at Nordea Bank, the largest systemically important bank in Northern Europe. I was responsible for creating and driving the bank's 3-year digital transformation plan. I championed the introduction of AI, ML, data analytics and the move to the cloud (front and back office). I also established Nordea Ventures to invest directly into FinTechs to underpin and support the bank's franchises. My most exciting outcome was portfolio company Tink's exit for $1.8B. I've led digital change agendas for companies such as Royal Bank of Scotland, Nationwide Building Society and the global events giant, Reed Exhibitions. I was born in Scotland, moved to England aged 9 and grew up near London. I finished my studies at University College London in 1999, then founded a dotcom startup, raised VC funding and proc
Quantic School of Business and Technology
Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
January 1, 2020 – January 1, 2021
Stanford University
Diploma in Leadership
January 1, 2017 – Present
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
Venture Capital Executive Programme
January 1, 2016 – Present
UCL
BSc, Information Management
January 1, 1996 – January 1, 1999
Nomo
Chief Technology Officer
January 1, 2026 – Present
London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Confidential Financial Services
Interim Chief Information Officer
July 1, 2025 – February 1, 2026
London Area, United Kingdom · On-site
AcuityX
Advisory Partner
January 1, 2025 – Present
London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid
The City CIO Club
President
June 1, 2023 – Present
London · Hybrid
New Era Digital Partners
Director
November 1, 2022 – Present
London Area, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Sohar International
Chief Transformation Officer
February 1, 2020 – February 1, 2023
Muscat, Oman · On-site
Nordea
Chief Digital Officer
September 1, 2016 – December 1, 2019
Copenhagen Area, Denmark
NatWest Group
Senior Program Director
March 1, 2015 – September 1, 2016
London, United Kingdom
Nationwide Building Society
Head of Innovation
August 1, 2014 – February 1, 2015
Swindon, United Kingdom
NatWest Group
Senior Project Program Manager
May 1, 2013 – June 1, 2014
London, United Kingdom · On-site
Reed Exhibitions
Head of Innovation
July 1, 2010 – May 1, 2013
Richmond, United Kingdom
Mobile Industry Review
Founder & Editor
April 1, 2009 – June 1, 2010
San Francisco, California · Hybrid
First Data Corporation
Head of Innovation
April 1, 2008 – March 1, 2009
Basildon, Essex, United Kingdom
Eventscope Online Networking
Co-Founder
September 1, 2003 – September 1, 2008
London, United Kingdom · On-site
LIv4now.com
Co-Founder & CTO
January 1, 1999 – September 1, 2003
London, United Kingdom · On-site
Neo One Software
Founder & Chief Executive
January 1, 1998 – June 1, 2007
London, United Kingdom · On-site
We're Working On It Podcast
September 1, 2025 – Present
We're into season 2 of the We're Working On It podcast that I record with the fantastic Holly Joint. The underpinning focus of the podcast is the topic of Digital Transformation but we are often focused on issues adjacent to that, especially the rise and use of AI.
New Era Fintech Podcast
August 1, 2023 – Present
A podcast about FinTech, banking, digital transformation and the world around it, with a strong focus on the Middle East region
Conversational AI News
December 1, 2022 – Present
I setup the Conversational AI News website to meet the growing demand for insight and perspective on the chatbot or conversational AI marketplace.
Decision Makers TV
August 1, 2012 – May 1, 2013
I conceived, developed and produced Decision Makers TV as a proof of concept for the leadership team at World Travel Market (WTM). The site profiles senior "C-Level" executives from the travel industry on camera. It's been incredibly well received by the marketplace and interview spots are completely full. I developed this service to demonstrate the power and capability of WTM's existing brand and to showcase a number of sales, business development and customer insight techniques.
Boothchat for Exhibitions
February 1, 2012 – May 1, 2013
After closely observing many of Reed Exhibitions' big shows, I theorised that it would be possible to establish a booth camera system and process that would enable attendees to offer their opinions for 60 seconds, directly to camera -- and that these opinions could a) be sponsored and b) exploited immediately as live social media content during the show week. I recruited the team at Boothchat to deliver a proof of concept at one of RX's flagship European security events, InfoSecurity Europe 2012. The theory was a resounding success. Sponsors jumped on board immediately (contributing to the show's bottom line), attendees loved participating and the service contributed significantly to the show's social media output.
Exhibition Video Testimonials System
January 1, 2012 – May 1, 2013
A key challenge during exhibitions is to obtain good quality testimonials. The standard methodology involves customers taking lots of time out of their busy show days to author written testimonials. I was looking for a way to dramatically boost the quantity and quality of testimonials and happened upon the concept of using video interviews as a medium. This in itself isn't new -- many show promotional videos include the odd testimonial -- however I developed a filming rig consisting on an iPhone, Monopod and top quality iPhone-compatible microphone, to obtain the testimonials. This allowed a hugely nimble approach to obtaining feedback -- plus it was not at all invasive or offputting (compared to a huge camera). The net result? Hundreds of testimonial interviews for the first pilot show (instead of perhaps 5-10 quality written contributions). I developed a simple, elegant end-to-end system for obtaining, reviewing, editing and collating the resulting videos. Now it's possible for normal team members to obtain high quality testimonials easily.
361 Podcast
May 1, 2011 – Present
A relaxed weekly conversation plus regular live panels and dedicated coverage from industry events. The team discuss - and disagree about - the topics that matter in mobile. The 361 Podcast is hosted by Ben Smith of Wireless Worker, Ewan MacLeod of Mobile Industry Review and Rafe Blandford of All About Windows Phone.
iPhone & iPad Pilot
June 1, 2010 – January 1, 2011
With iPads entirely new to the enterprise (and iPhones only recently equipped with enterprise-grade security capabilities), I was charged with running an iPhone and iPad pilot across the Reed Exhibitions business. I wrote the terms of reference, established the criteria for success, purchased and setup the test equipment and created the training and user on-board procedures. I worked personally with a number of senior executives to help introduce the concept of tablet computing and coached them across the pilot to help them obtain best results. In addition I was responsible for managing the board level pilot to introduce and support their specific requirements. Security was a key concern and therefore I worked closely with the RX security team along with third-party support from both Reed Elsevier (parent company) and Apple's enterprise team to ensure we delivered a pilot that met all required expectations. The result of the pilot was the successful approval of both iPads and iPhones for business use at the company. The pilot also explored mobile device management (MDM) and BYOD issues.
Accredited Trainer
LIBF
June 23, 2026 – Present
Digital Transformation Strategy
Yale School of Management
June 23, 2026 – Present
Machine Learning in Business
MIT Sloan School of Management
June 23, 2026 – Present
High Impact Leadership
University of Cambridge
June 23, 2026 – Present
Agile Estimating & Planning
Front Row Agile
June 23, 2026 – Present
Scrum for Managers
Front Row Agile
June 23, 2026 – Present
Introduction to Accounting
Udemy
June 23, 2026 – Present
SharePoint 2010 Comprehensive Overview
Learning Tree
June 23, 2026 – Present
Cultural Fit Analysis
The candidate's diverse experience across various companies, including founding startups and leading large corporate transformations, indicates adaptability and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Their involvement in multiple personal projects, particularly podcasts and content platforms related to AI and digital transformation, suggests a passion for technology and continuous learning. The leadership roles in financial services, coupled with an Executive MBA and various certifications, align well with a high-impact, strategic leadership culture. The candidate's experience in both established corporations and startups demonstrates a versatile cultural fit.
Soft Skills & Operational Fit
The candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking through their extensive executive roles and project descriptions. Their experience in establishing new functions, driving cultural change, and managing complex stakeholder environments suggests a high operational fit for a CTO role. The focus on digital transformation, AI, and innovation aligns well with modern technology leadership demands. The candidate's involvement in industry clubs and podcasts also highlights a proactive approach to thought leadership and networking.