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Meet The Team

Meet The Team

Meet the the faces behind synvert TCM, working together to bring your vision to life. Our talented senior leaders bring years of expertise, passion, and innovation to everything we do. They are committed to driving success and delivering the best results for our clients.

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Chief Executive Officer

Gareth has been working in the Data & AI consulting space for over 20 years, the past 14 of which have been focused on data science and AI. He acts as a solution architect for high value AI solutions and products with our clients, and as a strategic advisor in the field of Data & AI.

Much of his time has been spent building teams across business consulting and AI engineering, teams which have delivered a large number of data science and AI applications to clients, as well as data platforms, data & AI strategies and operating models.  

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Chief Technical Officer

As co-founder of synvert TCM, Rob brings over 25 years of experience in IT and software development with a focus on driving business transformation through data-driven solutions. Rob’s journey began in 1998, developing a data-recording solution as an apprentice, which sparked his passion for innovation. Over the years, Rob has worked on award-winning projects, honed expertise in data engineering and AI, and earned a reputation as a "Polyglot Programmer" for his ability to quickly master new programming languages and deliver seamless, multi-platform solutions. 

The early days of synvert TCM were demanding, with Rob wearing many hats. From setting up IT infrastructure and building the company website to procuring software and delivering client projects. This challenging phase laid a strong foundation for the company and its values. Today, Rob finds it both humbling and inspiring to see the business thrive and evolve, reaffirming the vision that continues to drive synvert TCM forward. 

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Saudi Arabia Business, Managing Director

Ron has 40 years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Science and Operational Research. He pioneered the data fabric architecture while at IBM where he led the Cognitive Business Decision Support (CBDS) service line for UK & Ireland. He has led both major data warehouse and lake builds and transformationally outsourced Data Warehouse and BI Services for major UK and Global businesses in Telecommunications and Financial Services.

Ron has also led an Industry Group as a Partner with KPMG Consulting. As a Senior Principal MoD Scientist he led major technology programmes including the development of the most powerful parallel supercomputer centre in Europe in the early 1990s and developing of the Concept of Operations for the Air Launched Anti-Radar Missile (ALARM) for the RAF.

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Principal Data Engineer

With over 30 years of experience, Dave brings deep expertise across industries, including electrical manufacturing, local government and charities, direct and B2B/B2C marketing, advertising, retail, and price comparison for sectors like travel, insurance, and utilities. His consultancy work also spans content management and data warehousing. 

As a database professional, Dave has worked across platforms as a developer, DBA, and Data Architect, focusing on data solutions such as operational data stores, data warehouses, and data marts.  

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Principal Consultant

Tony brings over 20 years of extensive expertise in software architecture, development, and delivery across a range of sectors. His background spans transport data insights, technology consulting, and project delivery, with a strong focus on building enduring relationships and achieving impactful outcomes.   

 

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Head of Strategy and Operations

Atousa is a driven professional at synvert TCM, leading the company’s strategy and operations with an innovative approach. She focuses on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and seamless cross-functional collaboration to support growth objectives. Atousa brings a strong background in strategic thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.

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Principal Consultant & BI Engineering Practice Lead

Steve has spent 20 years delivering data-driven solutions across industries such as Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail, and Transport. With a strong foundation in Business Intelligence and Software Engineering, he specialises in helping organisations harness their data to make informed, strategic decisions. 

Steve has worked across technologies and platforms, focusing on designing and implementing data solutions such as data models, architecture frameworks, and business intelligence systems. He excels in combining technical skills with strategic insight to deliver robust, value-driven solutions. 

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Marketing Manager

Georgia is the Marketing Manager at synvert TCM, where she develops and implements digital marketing strategies aligned with the company’s vision. With a strong passion for brand growth, Georgia brings her experience in digital strategy and campaign execution, brand development, and lead generation and customer engagement.