Deirdre Ackermann

Deirdre Ackermann is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience across various sectors, currently serving as Principal Technical Delivery Manager at South Gloucestershire Council since December 2021. Previously, Deirdre held the position of CIO at Briefmapp and Group CIO at Iliad Africa Group Ltd, where strategic IT transformation and integration were key responsibilities. Deirdre has also held senior roles at Transnet Port Terminals, MTN, and Discovery Health, focusing on enterprise information management, digital transformation, business architecture, and change management. Educational credentials include an MBA from Rushmore University and certifications in project management, Lean Six Sigma, and systems engineering. Major achievements include the design of comprehensive IT transformation strategies and successful rollouts of centralized solutions across multiple organizations.