Nadine Thomson

Keynote Speaker | AI, Digital Transformation & Tech Leadership | Former CPTO WPP | Global CIO 100, 2025, Technology Consultancy

Innovation, AI/ML & Technology | AI/ML, Digital Transformation, Women Business Leaders

Nadine Thomson

Biography

Nadine Thomson is an award-winning technology executive and visionary leader who has spent her career turning complex digital transformation into measurable business impact. Managing her own fractional CPTO practice, she brings board-level technology expertise to organisations navigating growth, transformation and transition, spanning AI and data strategy and the building of high-performing technology functions.

Previously President, Product & Technology Operations at WPP, she oversaw data and technology capabilities, managing billions in media spend for the world's largest advertisers. Her cross-industry leadership spans Condé Nast, Vue Cinema and NewsUK.

A sought-after voice on AI, digital strategy and inclusive leadership, Nadine has spoken at the Financial Times AI Summit, The Economist and the Technology World Series, sharing a stage with speakers including Michelle Obama. Named in the Global CIO 100 (2025), CTO of the Year (2023) and European Technology Leader (2021). She brings warmth, candour and real-world perspective to every stage she takes.