The Leaders Behind Synnovate
Synnovate is guided by leaders with deep experience across digital transformation, talent strategy, programme delivery and enterprise operations. Their combined expertise shapes our modern, people-first and outcome-driven approach to supporting clients worldwide.
Jon brings over a decade of experience across IT services and recruitment within the UK and Ireland. He specialises in building high-performing teams and delivering large-scale digital, cloud and transformation programmes. His career spans senior leadership roles supporting clients from fast-growth start-ups to global enterprises, with deep expertise across Infrastructure, Applications and Digital Transformation.
Motivated by a desire to do things differently, Jon co-founded Synnovate to blend specialist talent, modern delivery capability and sustainability-led thinking.
He is known for his clarity, integrity and hands-on leadership style – combining commercial insight with genuine care for people. His vision drives Synnovate’s growth across the UAE, Europe, Ireland, the UK and the USA.
Seb brings over 13 years of experience across IT services, recruitment and global delivery. He has led teams and operations across the UK, Ireland, Europe and the Middle East, with expertise spanning cloud, DevOps, managed services, and building high-performing technical practices for enterprise and fast-growth clients.
Passionate about innovation, technology and sustainability, Seb co-founded Synnovate to create a consultancy that blends specialist talent with modern delivery and ESG-led thinking. Known for his people-first approach, deep market understanding and commitment to quality, Seb plays a key role in guiding Synnovate’s culture, operations and global expansion.
Alfie is Head of Consultant Delivery at Synnovate. He leads the sourcing and deployment of top-tier professionals across the UK, Europe and the UAE. With a strong track record in building high-performing technology teams, Alfie plays a central role in strengthening delivery, aligning capability to client needs and driving impact across programmes.
Tatum is Head of Marketing at Synnovate, responsible for brand strategy, visibility and growth across international markets. She leads creative marketing, client engagement and digital communication, connecting organisations with world-class talent and consulting solutions. Tatum shapes Synnovate’s presence across the UK, Europe and the UAE and supports the partnerships that fuel long-term growth and innovation.
Gareth focuses on business growth, transformation and advisory across the UK, Europe and the UAE. With deep experience in organisational change, delivery strategy and large-scale transformation, he helps clients build stronger operating models and navigate complex programmes with confidence. His strategic insight continues to strengthen Synnovate’s impact across every engagement.
Motivated by a desire to do things differently, Jon co-founded Synnovate to blend specialist talent, modern delivery capability and sustainability-led thinking.
He is known for his clarity, integrity and hands-on leadership style – combining commercial insight with genuine care for people. His vision drives Synnovate’s growth across the UAE, Europe, Ireland, the UK and the USA.
Strategic Advisory Team
Synnovate is guided by leaders with deep experience across digital transformation, talent strategy, programme delivery and enterprise operations. Their combined expertise shapes our modern, people-first and outcome-driven approach to supporting clients worldwide.
Drawing on more than 24 years of experience across Cloud, SecOps, Digital Transformation, AI and Automation, Javid leads Synnovate’s Cyber Security and Cloud practice. He strengthens our capability to deliver secure, scalable and innovative solutions through expert guidance on architecture, governance and resilience.
Motivated by a desire to do things differently, Jon co-founded Synnovate to blend specialist talent, modern delivery capability and sustainability-led thinking.
He is known for his clarity, integrity and hands-on leadership style – combining commercial insight with genuine care for people. His vision drives Synnovate’s growth across the UAE, Europe, Ireland, the UK and the USA.
With over 22 years of expertise in AWS, AI, automation and sustainable technology design, Chris serves as Synnovate’s Lead Tech and Sustainability Architect. He designs future-ready solutions that align high-performance architecture with long-term business and sustainability goals, supporting organisations as they modernise and evolve.
Bringing more than 32 years of leadership across IT, payments, operational resilience and transformation, Derek operates as Synnovate’s Fractional CTO and CIO. He provides board-level guidance to organisations navigating complex digital change, enabling senior leaders to make informed decisions and deliver high-impact strategies.
Motivated by a desire to do things differently, Jon co-founded Synnovate to blend specialist talent, modern delivery capability and sustainability-led thinking.
He is known for his clarity, integrity and hands-on leadership style – combining commercial insight with genuine care for people. His vision drives Synnovate’s growth across the UAE, Europe, Ireland, the UK and the USA.
Leveraging extensive experience supporting FTSE100 and fast-growth organisations, Katie leads Synnovate’s Sustainability and ESG practice. She advises clients on ESG strategy, compliance, skills development, supply chain governance and investor reporting, helping them embed sustainability in a practical and measurable way.
