Chris Bartlett
About Chris Bartlett
Chris Bartlett serves as the Interim Head of IT at Alpha FMC, where he leads IT and security functions across 17 global financial centers. He has extensive experience in technology management, having held various senior roles in organizations such as Visa Europe and CLS Group.
Current Role at Alpha FMC
Chris Bartlett serves as the Interim Head of IT at Alpha FMC, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads IT and Security functions across 17 global financial centers. He is responsible for overseeing corporate IT services and support for over 1,000 consultants and 250 core business users. His leadership includes the establishment of a new Agile Development process for internal business application development, enhancing operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in IT Management
Prior to his current role, Chris Bartlett held several significant positions in the IT sector. He worked at First Rate Exchange Services as Head of IT Operations from 2017 to 2023. He also served as Chief Technology Officer at Remium for a brief period in 2023. His experience includes roles at Visa Europe, where he was the Head of First Level Operations and European Operations Manager, and at CLS Group as Associate Director - IT Service Operations.
Educational Background
Chris Bartlett studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a BSc (Hons) in Computing from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education at Aston University, achieving an MSc in Software Engineering from 1992 to 1993. This educational foundation has supported his extensive career in IT and technology management.
Expertise in IT Security and Compliance
In his role at Alpha Group, Chris Bartlett delivers annual regulatory and security compliance, including ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials. He manages the governance of IT security and data risk analysis, ensuring adherence to new AI policies. His efforts contribute to the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards of security and compliance in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Leadership in Technology Adoption
Chris Bartlett leads the adoption of AI tools and solutions at Alpha Group, including Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, Chat GPT, and Zoom AI. His initiatives focus on enhancing internal and client engagements through innovative technologies. He drives global IT transformation by consolidating multiple Microsoft corporate environments and optimizing subscription and license expenditures.