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Derek Martin

@derekmartin

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Technology and innovation leader with two decades of experience.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for strategic leadership and impactful technology solutions.

With a robust background in technology and innovation, I have dedicated over two decades to strategically guiding organizations in overcoming their most pressing challenges. My experience spans various industries, where I have successfully led teams to deliver innovative, technology-driven solutions that address complex business issues in dynamic environments.

Currently, I serve as the Director of Technology Enablement at Yoco, where I manage IT priorities and operational efficiency while designing and implementing IT capabilities that support diverse business functions. My previous roles include Vice President of Digital Delivery at Publicis Groupe and Associate Partner at BSG Africa, where I delivered impactful projects and led IT transformation initiatives across multiple sectors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of Technology Enablement

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Yoco

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Managed IT priorities and operational efficiency while designing and implementing IT capabilities. Oversaw technology architecture supporting various departments and integrated over 160 SaaS tools with cloud providers like AWS, GCP, and Azure.

IT Technology SaaS Integration Project Management Vendor Management Cloud Computing Operations Team Leadership Strategic Planning

Vice President of Digital Delivery

Publicis Groupe

Jun 2020 - Jun 2022 (2 years)

Built and led a technology team delivering innovative digital solutions across multiple agencies and clients, utilizing web, mobile, blockchain, and augmented reality technologies.

Team Leadership Digital Project Delivery Blockchain Technology Augmented Reality Mobile Development Web Development Client Management Innovation

Associate Partner, Business Consulting

BSG Africa

May 2015 - May 2020 (5 years)

Delivered impactful projects in various industries, focusing on IT transformation, integration architecture, and vendor selection for multiple clients.

IT Integration Architecture Vendor Selection Business Case Development Project Management Client Engagement Strategy Development Technology Consulting Stakeholder Management

Senior Manager

Accenture

May 2015 - May 2020 (5 years)

Executed high-impact projects across various industries, focusing on IT strategy development, network integration, and growth strategies for numerous clients.

Strategy Integration Telecommunications Retail Energy Hospitality Growth Strategies Technology Consulting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Cape Town

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

2010 - 2011

Grade: Distinction

Completed an MBA with Distinction focusing on mHealth, which involved the integration of technology in healthcare to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

University of Cape Town

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering

2000 - 2003

Grade: First Class Honours

Earned a BSc in Engineering with a specialization in Electrical and Computer Engineering, achieving First Class Honours, which provided a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices.