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About Chris Bradley

Global leader in Data Management with over 40 years of experience at the forefront of the Information Management field

Chris Bradley

Chris Bradley – Global Data Management Authority

40+ Years Experience Vice President, DAMA International DAMA Fellow Lifetime Achievement Award

Christopher Bradley is a widely respected thought leader, educator, and strategist in Data Management, with over 40 years of experience at the forefront of the information management field. He is an independent Information Strategist and trusted advisor to organizations worldwide, helping them manage data as a critical corporate asset.

Chris serves as Vice President of Professional Development at DAMA InternationalDAMA International is a global, vendor-independent, not-for-profit association of technical and business professionals dedicated to advancing information and data management. Its mission is to promote the understanding and practice of managing data and information as a key enterprise asset., inaugural Fellow of DAMA CDMP, and past President of DAMA UK. He is the author of DMBOK 2 and Data Modelling for the Business, examiner for professional certifications, and a leading contributor to international standards in Data Management. In 2016, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from DAMA International for his exceptional contributions to Data Management education and the global data community.

Industry Experience

Chris has advised major organizations across multiple industries, including:

Energy & Petroleum

ExxonMobil, Saudi Aramco, Shell, Statoil, TOTAL

Financial Services

Alinma Bank, Riyad Bank, SABB, SAMA, American Express, ANZ, Emirates NBD, HSBC, NAB, Bank of England

Life Sciences & Pharma

GSK, Celgene, Cigna Insurance

Utilities & Other

British Gas, National Grid

His recent work includes:

  • Comprehensive appraisal of Information Management practices at a global Oil & Gas supermajor
  • Development of a Data Governance strategy for a Life Sciences company
  • Delivery of Information Management training for government organizations

Leadership & Recognition

  • Vice President of Professional Development, DAMA InternationalDAMA International is a global, vendor-independent, not-for-profit association of technical and business professionals dedicated to advancing information and data management. Its mission is to promote the understanding and practice of managing data and information as a key enterprise asset.
  • Inaugural Fellow, DAMA CDMP
  • Past President, DAMA UK
  • Author of DMBOK 2 and Data Modelling for the Business
  • Examiner for multiple professional certifications
  • Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from DAMA International

Chris serves on several international data standards committees, including Director of the E&P standards committee (DMBoard), and is an expert judge for the annual Data Governance Best Practice Awards.

Thought Leadership & Contributions

Chris advises global organizations on Information Strategy, Data Governance, and best practices for managing data as a corporate asset. He frequently works with executive management to:

  • Evangelize Data Governance
  • Establish business processes
  • Deliver training and mentoring

He lectures in Master's degree programs, contributes to international standards, and is widely recognized for shaping how organizations worldwide manage information effectively.

Key Highlights

  • 40+ years of experience in global information management
  • Trusted by enterprises across Energy, Banking, Pharma, Insurance, and Utilities
  • Author of DMBOK 2 and Data Modelling for the Business
  • Vice President of Professional Development, DAMA International
  • Lifetime Achievement Award recipient
  • Inaugural Fellow, DAMA CDMP
  • Independent advisor, strategist, and educator