Stephen is leading the Next Generation Services programme as part of the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund. This programme is aimed at supporting the transformation of our Accountancy, Insurance and Legal Services sectors by the responsible use of AI and data.  Prior to this role, he headed the organisation’s Enabling – Digital team and the SBRI programme.

Stephen has a background in the semiconductor industry, having spent nearly 20 years working for Philips Semiconductors and NXP where he held various software engineering, project management and business management roles. During this time, he formed close collaborations between customers and supplier to deliver open R&D programmes.

Stephen holds an MBA (distinction) from Imperial College and a BSc in Electronic Engineering