MIKESAVILLE
Hi and welcome to my small corner of the internet. You can find out a little about me here or reach out to me on the socials below.
My current working interest is focused around removing complexity, improving focus and the role of anti-social systems for business and for life. Further than that I’m interested in how the decentralised nature of blockchain technology might be used for social good.
I currently work within my own IT & Security consultancy offering specialised IT and Cyber security advice to large organisations.
The Green Elephant Show, on which I am Co-host, takes a weekly look at the world of sustainability, bringing the latest news in a fun approachable way. We’ve also been fortunate enough to interview some very well known organisations such as Innocent, Finisterre, Cook Food and Danone about their sustainability efforts.
I’ve worked in a number of senior level technical roles. A more detailed CV can be found on my LinkedIn profile.
Aug 2020 –
IT and Cyber security advisor.
Sep 2015 – Aug 2020
CTO, CISO & DPO – compliance, systems, technology and business simplification specialists.
Jan 2019 – Dec 2020
Co-host on the Green Elephant show, taking a weekly look at the world of sustainability, interviewing some very well known organisations such as Innocent, Finisterre, Cook Food and Danone.
Jan 2012 – Sep 2015
Chief Technology Officer, BT Cornwall – responsible for all technology, security, systems and people required to run services for Cornwall local gov and health.
Mar 2011 – Dec 2011
Lead Solution Manager, T-Systems – led large energy industry solution for secure major UK government contract.
Mar 2001 – Dec 2010
Various roles, IBM – Enterprise Architect, Information Security Manager and eBusiness Specialist were just a few roles held during this period.
Aug 1999 – Feb 2001
European MIS Manager, Peak Technologies – Responsible for sourcing and implementing new European ERP systems for this global data capture and barcode scanning company.
Sep 1995 – Jul 1999
IT Manager, Media Group – Running all aspects of IT for a small media organisation.
Jan 2002 – Jul 2008
Instrumental Awards Teacher, West Sussex County Council – Teacher responsible for more able (grade V+) students. Assisting with completion of higher grades, development of advanced techniques and entry into music conservatoires.
Sep 2009 – Jul 2011
Trombone Teacher, University of Chichester –
Having two fantastic boys keeps me busy, between that and work I do find time for a couple of other things. Planning lots more travel post COVID and am also working on a book. . . .
Having spent my formative years in music and attended the Royal College of music as an undergrad, music has long been an interest – the eagle eyed might also be able to spot the odd soundcloud or YouTube clip of me.
I’m a runner. Notice I didn’t say keen – it’s mostly a struggle but I enjoy the challenge, the fact that it keeps me fit and that I meet some great people at running clubs and events. Feel free to follow me on Strava.