Burkhard Meier

Motivation

As a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in transformational change and project management, I have successfully led complex initiatives across global landscapes. My expertise spans financial technology, large scale technology and ERP implementations, and strategic turnarounds, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact transformation change projects ahead of schedule and under budget. I hold an MBA from Heriot-Watt University and multiple professional certifications, including PMP, MSP, and PRINCE2, and have contributed to global project management standards and guides at PMI.

Throughout my career, I've held key positions at renowned organizations such as Deloitte, Barclays Africa, Absa, Standard Bank Group, KPMG, and EDS. My accomplishments include orchestrating the delivery of a US$150M Africa IT Strategy for Barclays Africa 40% ahead of schedule, executing critical program turnarounds, and driving significant performance improvements across various sectors. I'm proficient in leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI and ML to achieve tangible business outcomes and have consistently demonstrated my ability to navigate diverse international environments while fostering collaborative and innovative work cultures.