David Champion
About David Champion
David Champion serves as the eCommerce Manager for Credit Card and Loans at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2011. He has a strong background in digital strategy and marketing, having previously held positions at Barclays Capital and American Express.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
David Champion has served as the eCommerce Manager for Credit Card and Loans at Nationwide Building Society since 2011. In this role, he has been instrumental in enhancing the digital application process through the introduction of eContracting for credit card and loan products. He previously held the position of eCommerce Performance Manager at the same organization from 2009 to 2011. His responsibilities include forecasting and planning, which involves creating monthly plans and conducting quarterly reviews with senior management to drive digital growth. Champion has successfully led the development and implementation of an online-specific loan product, contributing to significant advancements in the company's digital offerings.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, David Champion worked at Barclays Capital as a Marketing Communications and Events Coordinator for 10 months in 2005-2006. He also spent two years at American Express as a SmartStream Reconciliations Analyst from 2001 to 2003. These roles provided him with a foundation in marketing and financial operations, which he later applied to his work in eCommerce management.
Education and Expertise
David Champion studied at the University of Gloucestershire, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Marketing Management and Business Management from 1997 to 2001. Prior to this, he completed his A-Levels at Clarendon School, focusing on Business Studies, Psychology, and Physical Education from 1995 to 1997. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to develop and execute long-term digital strategies that drive growth in the financial sector.
Achievements in Digital Strategy
During his tenure at Nationwide Building Society, David Champion has developed and executed long-term digital strategies that have consistently resulted in year-on-year growth exceeding market averages for credit cards and loans. He has played a key role in achieving record levels of online channel share for these products. His ability to present compelling business cases has secured funding for innovative digital initiatives, demonstrating his impact on the organization's digital transformation.