Debbie Lovegrove
About Debbie Lovegrove
Debbie Lovegrove is the Chief Financial Officer at Made Tech in London, United Kingdom, with extensive experience in financial leadership roles across various industries.
Professional Experience at Made Tech
Debbie Lovegrove is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Made Tech, based in the London Area, United Kingdom. In this role, she is responsible for leading the finance organization, covering areas such as accounting, treasury, financial planning and analysis, tax, and investor relations. Debbie has been instrumental in steering the company through significant periods of growth and has played a key role in Made Tech's listing on the London Stock Exchange's AIM, marking the company's transition to a publicly traded business.
Previous Roles at YMU Group
Debbie Lovegrove worked as the Group Chief Financial Officer at YMU Group from 2019 to 2021, based in London, United Kingdom. During her tenure, she applied her expertise in financial analysis and commercial business support to oversee the company’s financial strategies. Her role at YMU Group involved managing the financial aspects of the company’s operations, which included reorganisation, restructuring, and change management with a focus on optimizing processes and reducing overheads.
Financial Leadership at Wavemaker
From 2016 to 2019, Debbie Lovegrove served as the Chief Financial Officer at Wavemaker, a global media agency in London. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. Her extensive experience in managing cash and working capital effectively contributed to the company's financial stability and growth. Debbie's leadership was marked by her collaborative style, strong communication skills, and ability to build and motivate high-functioning teams.
Early Career and Roles in Finance
Earlier in her career, Debbie Lovegrove held several prominent financial positions. She was the Commercial Finance Director at Carat from 2014 to 2016, Group CFO at a prominent sports and media company from 2011 to 2013, and European Finance Director at Phillips from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she worked as the Finance Director at GMTV from 2001 to 2009 and as a Financial Controller at Carlton Television in the entertainment industry from 1999 to 2001. Each of these roles saw her enhancing financial strategies and contributing to the overall financial health of the organizations.
Educational Background in Architecture
Debbie Lovegrove earned her Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Architecture from University College London, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. Although her professional career took a different path, her initial education provided her with a diverse foundation that complements her extensive experience in finance and organizational leadership.