Daniel Hopson
About Daniel Hopson
Daniel Hopson serves as the Global Director of Technical Solutions at Black Diamond Advisory, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse background in finance systems management and technical consulting, with previous roles at Black Diamond Advisory, VolkerWessels UK, and Bupa Home Healthcare.
Current Role at Black Diamond Advisory
Daniel Hopson serves as the Global Director of Technical Solutions at Black Diamond Advisory, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical solutions on a global scale. His current position follows a two-year tenure as Managing Director - EMEA at the same organization, where he contributed to the company's operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Previous Experience at VolkerWessels UK
Before joining Black Diamond Advisory, Daniel Hopson worked at VolkerWessels UK for a total of five years. He initially served as Senior Finance Systems Manager from 2015 to 2020, followed by a role as Head of Finance Systems for 11 months in 2021. His responsibilities included managing finance systems and ensuring their effective operation within the organization.
Background in Healthcare Systems
Daniel Hopson has a background in healthcare systems, having worked at Bupa Home Healthcare in various capacities from 2012 to 2015. His roles included Business Intelligence Specialist, Systems Lead - Business Transformation, and Business System Consultant. These positions allowed him to develop expertise in system design and business transformation within the healthcare sector.
Education and Technical Skills
Daniel Hopson studied at The Broxbourne School, focusing on subjects such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and French. He possesses in-depth knowledge of system design and programming languages, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively with software developers. His technical skills include extensive experience in software selection and implementation, particularly in ERP, EPM, RPA, and BI systems.
Project Management and Analytics Expertise
Daniel Hopson is skilled in project management, with experience in maintaining project plans, stakeholder management, and facilitating prioritization meetings. He has considerable analytics experience, which enables him to provide insights into process changes and impacts. His expertise encompasses the full IT software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, functional specification, system design, testing support, and system implementation.