David Lewis

Managing Partner - Digital & Innovation

A seasoned international executive with over 30 years of experience driving growth and transformation in technology, product, and process, David joins us as a Managing Partner and expert in Digital and Innovation.


David’s career began in the early 90s, consulting and supporting early-stage online organisations, including Platinum Technology and the early development of systems at Netflix. In 1998, he founded the first Internet Service Provider in Sri Lanka, navigating challenges during the civil war and growing the organisation to around 150 staff members.


David’s directorial roles have included positions at Trapezo, Sony Music, and the co-founding of One5 Corporation in Romania. After selling One5, David held key positions at M9Global Limited, Tech Mahindra, and Infosys, where he led the largest online transformation in the telecommunications industry for Europe.


In 2012, David became the Practice Head of an Advanced Solutions Group for Cognizant, shaping the company’s first digital transformation group with global influence. In 2017, he joined the UK Cabinet Office as the Director of Delivery and Support and adviser to the Director General of Government Digital Service, before establishing the Chief Digital and Information Officer function in 2019. During this time, he independently reviewed government technology projects.


Since leaving the Cabinet Office, David has contributed to organisations such as the New Lottery Company, Capita, and BetterGov. Additionally, he serves as a Non-Executive Director for SSV Capital Ltd, and is a dedicated Trustee for the Carers Network, in line with his commitment to giving back to society.


Outside of work, David enjoys taking his dogs for long walks and is an avid baker.

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