Robin Bradley
bigspark CEO
Robin Bradley is the CEO of bigspark, an AI-powered data consultancy helping businesses unlock the true potential of their data. A recognised thought leader in AI and emerging technologies, Robin brings over 20 years of experience in driving digital transformation, innovation, and long-term value creation across highly regulated industries.
With a specialist focus on the smart energy and utilities sectors, Robin is an active contributor to LEMA, a senior leadership group dedicated to transforming how energy is used and delivered for the good of society, industry, and the planet.
Robin has spent the last decade at the forefront of AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and data consulting – holding leadership roles at IBM, driving innovation at multiple startups, and now scaling bigspark as one of the UK’s fastest-growing tech companies (ranked #48 in The Sunday Times 100 list).
His work spans:
- The creation of a Generative AI Centre of Excellence
- Strategic AI implementations across banking, insurance, and the public sector
- Data engineering and transformation initiatives in smart utilities
- He was voted the most influential CEO in 2024 by CEO monthly
- He hosts regular thought leadership round tables around the country with top execs to discuss the progress of AI
Robin is a passionate educator and mentor, having:
- Lectured in emerging technology disciplines
- Mentored hundreds of students in AI, data science, and tech innovation at the University of Hertfordshire
- Led AI and air pollution projects, influencing public policy and local government sustainability strategies
- Become a Tech 2 Impact mentor, currently mentoring Rudolf Tesar from Soficreo
- Become a Shecancode Corporate Ambassador, hosted a webinar on Male Allies: How to find them and the role they play
As a frequent speaker at national and international events – including the World Laywers Forum 2024 – Robin brings a visionary yet practical perspective on the role of AI in driving real-world, responsible change. He is committed to advancing ethical, human-centred innovation and sees data for good as the foundation for a more sustainable and equitable digital future.
It’s a great honour to be part of TechUK and help continue to push data for good in the smart energy and utilities sector.
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