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Changes to Technology and Operations leadership

Further to our update in July, we have now appointed for the permanent positions of Director of Operations, and Chief Technology Officer.

Posted Wed 10 October 2018

We’re pleased to confirm:

  • Fiona Johnston has been appointed Director of Operations. Many of you will know Fiona, as she’s worked in the HE sector for over 15 years, at the University of Law, Nottingham Trent University, and Coventry University, before joining UCAS in 2013, where she’s led Analysis and Insights as Interim Director, and was more recently acting as Interim Director of Operations.
  • Aaron Powell has been appointed as Chief Technology Officer, and will be starting this winter. Aaron is currently Chief Digital Officer for NHS Blood and Transplant, and has extensive experience of delivering digital, technology, and operational transformation, using SAFe methodology. During his career, Aaron has worked in software development, training, business analysis, and system design, for a variety of public and private sector organisations.

Both appointments will bolster the delivery of our Future Focus strategy: leading our digital transformation, accelerating delivery of our new services, and contributing to creating a stronger and more sustainable digital business, delivering real value to our customers.

If you would like further information, or have any questions, please contact our Press Office at communications@ucas.ac.uk.