CXO Secrets by EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Ade Bamigboye, Chief Technology Officer at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, to unpack what digital transformation really looks like inside local government.

Drawing on a career that spans blue-chip corporates, consulting, start-ups, and the public sector, Ade explains why so many transformation programmes fail - not because of technology, but because organisations misunderstand how work actually gets done.

The conversation explores the hidden impact of legacy systems, shadow IT, and cultural resistance to change, alongside the critical role of curiosity, empowerment, and change management in driving meaningful progress. Ade also shares his perspective on AI and automation in the public sector, the realities of working with taxpayer-funded technology, and how councils can balance innovation with operational resilience.

A must-listen for CTOs, CIOs, and senior leaders looking to deliver sustainable digital change - especially in complex, highly accountable environments like government.

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Assumptions Are the Enemy: Why Digital Transformation Fails in Local Government with Ade Bamigboye, CTO of Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea - CXO Secrets Podcast by EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Snehal Antani, CEO of Horizon3.ai, to explore what it really takes to build cyber resilience in an era of AI-driven threats. Drawing on his experience as a former CIO and CTO, and his time serving with U.S. Special Operations, Snehal explains why effective cybersecurity starts with mindset, leadership, and disciplined execution—not just technology.

The conversation delves into viewing security from the attacker’s perspective, building muscle memory through continuous testing, and how AI is transforming both offensive and defensive cyber operations. Snehal also shares practical insights on influencing at board level, reducing attacker dwell time, developing high-performing teams under pressure, and why today’s CXOs now have a clear “duty to know” when it comes to cyber risk.

A must-listen for CIOs, CISOs, and senior leaders looking to strengthen cyber resilience by aligning leadership, culture, and security strategy in an increasingly hostile, AI-powered threat landscape.

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Leading from the Attacker’s Perspective: Moral Courage, Muscle Memory & AI-Driven Cyber Resilience with Snehal Antani, CEO at Horizon3.ai - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Hammond Reddie, CISO of Spire Healthcare, to explore what it really takes to secure organizations operating in life-critical environments. Drawing on decades of experience across both the NHS and private healthcare, Hammond explains why cybersecurity is as much about culture and leadership as it is about technology.

The conversation delves into building a speak-up culture that prioritises honesty over blame, reframing human error as a learning opportunity, and why trust is the most effective security control an organisation can have. Hammond also shares practical insights on cyber awareness education, influencing at board level, measuring cultural change, and preparing healthcare organisations for an increasingly hostile threat landscape.

A must-listen for CISOs, CIOs, and senior leaders looking to strengthen cyber resilience by aligning people, culture, and security strategy—especially in sectors where the consequences truly matter.

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Trust Is the Control: Why Cybersecurity Starts with Honesty with Hammond Reddie, CISO of Spire Healthcare - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Dave Hoon, CTO at Norseman Defense Technologies, to explore the evolving role of edge computing in enterprise and mission-critical environments. Drawing on his decades of experience, including his time with the U.S. Department of Defense, Dave explains how organizations can leverage AI, real-time data, and decentralized infrastructure to make faster, smarter decisions at the edge. The conversation covers practical strategies for balancing centralized and edge architectures, overcoming latency and data sovereignty challenges, securing distributed systems, and applying AI in operationally sensitive contexts. A must-listen for tech leaders and CIOs navigating the future of IT, AI, and edge-enabled innovation.

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In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland sits down with Ryan Preece, Deputy CTO at The King’s Trust, for a compelling conversation on moral courage, mission-driven leadership, and building technology that is “good enough” to create real-world impact.

Together, they explore the unique challenges of leading technology in the third sector, from modernising decades-old systems to right-sizing capabilities in a resource-constrained environment. Ryan shares candid insights from his journey across the MOD, HMRC, RNLI, and now The King’s Trust - highlighting why moral courage, not tech expertise, is often the most critical leadership trait.

From navigating the tension between financial prudence and mission-first decisions, to preparing young people for an AI-enabled job market, this episode reveals why effective leadership isn’t about perfection - it’s about clarity, purpose, and doing what truly matters.

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Leading with Moral Courage: Purpose, People & “Good Enough” Tech with Ryan Preece, Deputy CTO at The King’s Trust - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Olivier Bonsignour, Vice President for Product Development at CAST, for a deep and thought-provoking conversation on the growing complexity of software development and the rising role of AI and software intelligence in managing it. Together, they explore how modern development teams can stay productive amid sprawling codebases, diverse technologies, and accelerating business demands. From tackling technical debt and maintaining legacy systems to using AI not just for code generation but for genuine understanding, Olivier reveals how software intelligence is helping organizations regain clarity and control. The discussion also delves into the balance between human expertise and machine assistance, the evolving skills of today’s engineers, and how humility and continuous learning remain essential traits for every technology leader. This episode uncovers how CAST is helping teams worldwide turn complexity into clarity - and why the future of software development depends on the partnership between human insight and intelligent systems.

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Beyond the Code: Managing Complexity & Empowering Developers with Olivier Bonsignour, VP of Product Development at CAST - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Mindaugas Mozuras, Chief Technology Officer at Vinted, for an insightful conversation on growth, adaptability, and leadership in one of Europe’s most successful tech companies. Together, they explore Vinted’s journey from a small Lithuanian startup to a global secondhand marketplace, the technology powering its scale, and the mindset needed to lead through rapid change. From staying cost-efficient with on-prem infrastructure to embracing AI and fostering a culture of learning, this episode reveals how growth often means not just adding more – but learning to let go.

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Adapting to Lead: Growth, Change & Resilience with Mindaugas Mozuras, CTO at Vinted - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Phil Parker, EVP for Technology Strategy and AI Delivery at Equal Experts, for a grounded conversation about the realities of AI adoption in business and technology. Together, they unpack the pressures leaders face to “do something with AI”, why many projects fail to deliver value, and how high-performing teams turn experimentation into transformation. From debunking AI misconceptions to identifying “Goldilocks” exemplars and tackling legacy systems, this episode reveals how curiosity, learning, and practical strategy can turn hype into sustainable progress.

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AI Reality Check: Turning Hype into High-Value Delivery with Phil Parker, EVP Technology Strategy & AI Delivery at Equal Experts - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Gurpreet Muctor, Chief Data and Technology Officer at Westminster City Council, for a candid look at the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation in local government. Together, they explore the complexity of managing a city of global significance, from balancing climate change, housing and health priorities to building smarter infrastructure and citizen-centric services. From AI-powered street issue reporting to clean air route planning, this episode uncovers how data, technology and collaboration are reshaping urban life, and why purpose-driven leadership and social impact must sit at the heart of innovation.

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Shaping Smarter Cities: Innovation, Complexity & Citizen Impact with Gurpreet Muctor, CDTO at Westminster City Council - EDS

In this episode of CXO Secrets, David McClelland is joined by Darren Humphries,Group CISO & CTO Partner at Acora and Arron Thundercliffe, Cyber Defense & Threat Intelligence at Google for a deep dive into the evolution of cyber defence. Together, they explore the shift from traditional perimeter security to cloud-native, AI-driven strategies, the fragmentation of IT responsibilities, and the growing importance of identity, behavioural analytics, and DevSecOps. From malware in the 2000s to IOT vulnerabilities and smart fridges, this episode uncovers why today’s threat landscape demands a holistic, integrated approach to cybersecurity—and how organisations can start to achieve it.

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Beyond the Perimeter: Rebuilding Cybersecurity for a Cloud-First World with Darren Humphries, Group CISO & CTO Partner at Acora - EDS