About Christopher Bannocks
NED / Chair / Advisor | Fractional Chief Data, Analytics & AI Officer | Award-Winning Data, Analytics and AI Executive | Former CDO at ING, Danone & QBE | Founder of Fractional Leadership and MIT Research Board Member
Christopher is a boardroom-first leader, globally recognized for guiding organizations through generative AI and data transformation. With experience across ING, Danone, QBE and beyond, he fuses corporate vision with practical, scalable results in data strategy and execution.
Leading AI-Led Change at Global Scale
Christopher Bannocks has built and delivered transformation programs for some of the world’s most respected companies. From ING and Danone to QBE, he architected strategies that blended AI, analytics and governance, consistently delivering fast and scalable business value.
Advising the Boardroom on Data Strategy
From chairing AI oversight committees to mentoring data leaders, Christopher supports organizations in shaping bold, ethical and commercially sound data strategies. His guidance empowers businesses to execute with clarity and responsibility.
Christopher Bannocks' Journey
Christopher began his journey in operations at Credit Suisse and grew into leadership roles at Nomura, Barclays and beyond. His unique cross-industry path—from startups to multinational giants—fuelled his belief that bold strategy, backed by execution, creates true transformation.