Darren Adderley
About Darren Adderley
Darren Adderley is a Senior Digital Project Manager with extensive experience in managing projects across various sectors, including retail, airline, hospitality, and public services. He has a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, and currently works at Mind, where he has implemented an ORCHA reviewed App Library for clients.
Current Role at Mind
Darren Adderley serves as the Senior Digital Project Manager at Mind, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing digital projects that enhance the services provided to clients and professionals. His work includes implementing an ORCHA reviewed App Library, which supports Mind's mission to improve mental health services. Adderley manages project timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful project delivery.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Darren Adderley has extensive experience in project management across various sectors. He worked at McDonald's in multiple roles, including Project Manager for the MyMcDonald’s App Payment and MyMcDonald’s Rewards, contributing to significant digital initiatives from 2019 to 2022. His tenure at easyJet involved managing fraud screening and payment projects, showcasing his ability to handle complex projects in the airline industry. Additionally, he has held roles at the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead, Sainsbury's, and other organizations, focusing on card payments and business analysis.
Educational Background
Darren Adderley completed his secondary education at St Georges RC High, where he achieved 10 O Levels. He furthered his studies at De La Salle College, obtaining 3 A Levels. This educational foundation has equipped him with the analytical and problem-solving skills necessary for his career in project management and business analysis.
Skills and Expertise
Darren Adderley possesses strong communication skills, enabling effective interaction with directors, board members, stakeholders, and subject matter experts in both technical and non-technical environments. He has a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, managing multi-million-pound budgets, and implementing various digital applications and systems. His experience includes managing worldwide vendors and resources, both onshore and offshore, which is essential for successful project execution.
Diverse Industry Experience
Darren Adderley has a diverse background, having worked in retail, airline, hospitality, restaurant, banking, and public sectors. His roles have included positions at Sainsbury's, easyJet, Whitbread, and McDonald's, among others. This breadth of experience allows him to apply best practices from various industries to his current role, enhancing his effectiveness in project management and implementation of digital solutions.