Parus Patel

Parus Patel has over 18 years of experience in technology and project management roles. Parus started their career as a Software Support Technician at Parrimark Technology in 2003 and later worked as an Ancillary Support at the Bank of New York. Parus then moved on to Priava as a Product Services Manager, leading a team and managing ERP projects. Parus joined CBS Outdoor International as a Project Manager, then progressed to Head of IT Projects & Development, overseeing data transformation and IT strategy execution. Currently, at Clear Channel Europe, they hold the position of Technology Portfolio Director and is responsible for managing a $60 million+ technology portfolio and driving high-value initiatives aligned with strategic goals. Parus has a track record of delivering projects within budget and schedule, and engaging with stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

Parus Patel obtained a BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems & Computing & Multimedia Technology from Middlesex University in the years 1998-2002. They also received various certifications in project and programme management, including P3O Practitioner in 2017, MSP Practitioner in 2014, PRINCE2 Practitioner Certification in 2012, and ITIL V3 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management in 2006.