Nick Blewden

Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Nick Blewden is an accomplished data and analytics leader with extensive experience in the financial services and energy sectors. As the Director of Data at Co-op, he is responsible for driving data-driven decision making and leveraging advanced analytics to optimize business performance.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Director of Data at Co-op, Nick is responsible for overseeing the organization's data strategy, governance, and analytics capabilities. He leads a team of data professionals to ensure that data is effectively leveraged to drive business insights, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic decision-making.

Career Progression

Prior to his current role, Nick held several senior data and analytics positions, including Chief Data Officer at Ofgem and Chief Analytics Officer at the same organization. He also has experience leading data and analytics teams at Lloyd's and KPMG UK, where he served as the Qlik Alliance Lead, Data and Analytics Senior Manager, and Data Capability Lead for the Financial Services industry.

Nick's early career was focused on business intelligence and data analysis, with roles at Accenture as a Business Intelligence Consultant and Analyst.

Academic Background

Nick holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge, where he graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Data strategy and governance

• Advanced analytics and predictive modeling

• Data-driven decision making

• Business intelligence and reporting

• Financial services and energy industry knowledge

• Team leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact

During his tenure at Ofgem, Nick led the implementation of a comprehensive data strategy that enabled the organization to make more informed decisions, optimize resource allocation, and improve regulatory oversight. At Lloyd's, he spearheaded the development of innovative data products that enhanced the company's value proposition and competitive edge.

Conclusion

With his extensive experience in data and analytics, Nick is a strategic leader who is committed to driving business growth and innovation through the effective use of data. In his current role at Co-op, he continues to leverage his expertise to provide valuable insights and support the organization's overall success.