Brian Allan
About Brian Allan
Brian Allan serves as the CFO at ONYX Insight, where he has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in finance and management across various industries, he has successfully led transformational projects and contributed to the company's growth in the Wind sector.
Work at ONYX Insight
Brian Allan has served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at ONYX Insight since 2021. Based in Nottingham, England, he has contributed to the company's growth and strategic direction for three years. Under his leadership, ONYX Insight has developed innovative technology solutions for the Wind sector, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30%. He played a pivotal role in the successful exit and acquisition of ONYX Insight by the Macquarie Group.
Previous Employment History
Before joining ONYX Insight, Brian Allan held various significant positions in finance. He worked at PepsiCo as Financial Controller for Europe and the Middle East from 2001 to 2002. At Technicolor, he served in multiple roles, including European Finance Director, UK Finance Director, and Chief Finance Officer for Home Entertainment Services in Europe, spanning from 2002 to 2014. He also held the position of Senior VP Commercial and Strategic Director - COO at Technicolor from 2014 to 2016. Earlier in his career, he worked at EMI Music and Next Retail Chain.
Education and Expertise
Brian Allan has a strong educational background in finance and management. He studied at Aston University, where he earned an MBA from 1996 to 1999. He completed the ACA program at ICAEW and achieved FCMA from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. He also participated in a world-leading construction leadership course at the University of Cambridge, completing an MSt in Construction Engineering Management in 2019. Additionally, he attended the London Business School for a course on Financing the Entrepreneurial Business in 2015.
Leadership and Management Style
Brian Allan is recognized for his hands-on, agile, and entrepreneurial management style. He fosters an action-oriented culture within organizations and has a proven track record of building dynamic and successful teams across various functions, including finance, procurement, IT, and operations. His ability to bridge the gap between the boardroom and operational levels allows him to manage complex relationships and interact effectively with strategic stakeholders.
Transformational Projects and Achievements
Throughout his career, Brian Allan has led numerous transformational projects, including company exits, acquisitions, integrations, and restructures. His experience encompasses delivering integrated growth and completing business sales. He has a comprehensive skill set that spans operations, finance, commercial, procurement, and IT, which has enabled him to drive significant organizational changes and improvements.