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Why I'm Building This Space
After 20 years of technology leadership and an ongoing MSc in AI, I'm creating a place to share what I'm learning - translating AI complexity into business clarity.
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Strategy Meets the Codebase
I take full ownership of the technology function: team, architecture, and roadmap. With 20+ years across technology and an MSc in AI nearing completion, I combine strategic direction with the ability to get into the codebase and build.
20+
Years in Technology
30+
Platforms Managed
65,000+
Active Platform Users
MSc
AI (Completing 2026)
Hands-On Technology Leadership
My day job sits at the intersection of engineering and strategy - owning the technology function end-to-end and shipping alongside the team, not just directing from above.
Technology Leadership
Taking full ownership of the technology function: team, architecture, security, and roadmap. Hands-on leadership from strategy to code.
AI & Automation
Implementing AI solutions that solve real operational problems. RAG, agentic workflows, and intelligent automation with measurable business impact.
Platform Modernisation
Transforming legacy systems into scalable, resilient architectures. I assess what to keep, what to change, and deliver the migration.
Board-Level Strategy
Bridging the gap between engineering and the boardroom. Aligning technology investment with commercial outcomes and P&L accountability.
Track Record
Proven Delivery Across Complex Environments
From re-architecting SaaS platforms to delivering enterprise integrations for financial institutions, my track record covers leading teams and technology through critical transitions.
CTO
SaaS Platform Re-Architecture
Legacy monolith to modern stack (C#, .NET Core, React, Azure). AI-native design, 3,400+ active users across multiple tenants.
CTO
Enterprise Data Platforms
Real-time integrations for major financial institutions. Thousands of active users.
AI & Automation Strategy
Architecting intelligent automation ecosystems. RAG pipelines, agentic workflows, data-led decision making.
Credentials & Education
MSc Computer Science with AI (2026)
University of York
Chartered Manager (CMgr MCMI)
Chartered Management Institute
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
AIGPE Certified
Machine Learning Specialisation
DeepLearning.AI
Insights
Latest Thinking
Perspectives on AI, technology leadership, and digital transformation. Written from the CTO seat.
Personal Projects
axiomstudio
The home for my personal projects. SaaS platforms, full-stack starter kits, and AI tooling I've designed and built outside of full-time work.
Every project is shipped end-to-end - architecture, implementation, infrastructure, and deployment - with the same engineering discipline I apply in the day job.
Frameworks
Axiom Sites
BetaProduction-ready monorepo for websites, landing pages, and blogs.
Axiom Forge
BetaFull-stack starter kit for web, mobile, and desktop apps.
SaaS Apps
Readrix
LiveComplete reading platform with library management, progress tracking, and gamification.
Finance Engine
LivePredictive personal finance with multi-account forecasting, scenario planning, and debt tools.
Forge Hub
In DevUnified productivity platform replacing 8 SaaS tools with cross-module AI.
Zenith PKM
LivePersonal knowledge management and digital brain for Obsidian.
Let's Connect
Always happy to chat about AI, technology, or anything you have read on the blog. LinkedIn is the quickest way to say hello.