Barry Clarke
About Barry Clarke
Barry Clarke is the Associate Director at Invesco EMEA, based in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in IT and distribution solutions.
Current Role at Invesco EMEA
Barry Clarke serves as the Associate Director at Invesco EMEA, based in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. In his role, he oversees transformational programs that directly benefit business results. He is instrumental in delivering robust Distribution solutions, such as CRM Salesforce, Digital Web and Mobile, Marketing Automation, and Client Data Management. Utilizing research and industry connections, Barry assists with building, funding, and acquiring capabilities for Invesco. His responsibilities also include managing and driving major IT application vendor relationships to enhance value and performance.
Previous Experience at Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Before joining Invesco, Barry Clarke worked at Columbia Threadneedle Investments EMEA APAC as the Head of Distribution IT, a position he held from 2002 to 2016. During his 14-year tenure in London, United Kingdom, Barry demonstrated excellence in managing distribution IT systems and solutions. He was responsible for overseeing operations across geographically diverse locations, understanding business differences, legal and regulatory requirements, and cultural nuances. Barry also managed within a global engagement model to optimize local value for EMEA while collaborating across regions toward enterprise solutions.
Education at Dublin City University
Barry Clarke studied at Dublin City University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Applications from 1992 to 1996. His education provided a solid foundation in computer science, equipping him with the technical skills and knowledge necessary for his career in IT and distribution solutions.
Early Career and Education at Catholic University School
Barry Clarke attended Catholic University School in Dublin from 1985 to 1991. This six-year period formed the early academic foundation that would later support his specialized studies and professional development in the field of computer science and IT distribution solutions.