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John Woodcock – John brings over 30 years of International leadership experience across technology and enterprise solutions. In recent years, he has specialised in AI, Automation and SaaS, holding global leadership roles at HPE, Hyperscience and Snow Software. Earlier in his career, he held senior positions and served at board level with SCC, leading large transformation services and sales teams across Europe. Having lived and worked in France, John is also fluent in French and known as a proactive, people-focused leader who brings energy, collaboration, and clear direction to every team he leads.<\/p>

Based in Oxfordshire, UK, John is a keen runner, tennis player and cricketer. He is a big rugby fan (loyally supporting the Northampton Saints and England). 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