Gauthier Tilmans
About Gauthier Tilmans
Gauthier Tilmans is a Director and Head of Operations at Sopra Banking Software, where he has served since 2019. He has extensive experience in project management and operations, having held various leadership roles at Callataÿ and Wouters prior to his current position.
Current Role at Sopra Banking Software
Gauthier Tilmans currently holds the position of Director and is a member of the MEA Executive Board at Sopra Banking Software. He has been in this role since 2019, overseeing operations in Paris, Île-de-France, France. His responsibilities include managing critical sales and delivery commitments in the MEA region, as well as monitoring profit and loss (P&L) as part of operational management. Additionally, he heads the MEA Industrialisation and Delivery Services, a role he has maintained since 2017.
Previous Experience at Callataÿ and Wouters
Prior to his current role, Gauthier Tilmans worked at Callataÿ and Wouters for several years in various capacities. He served as a Project Manager from 2006 to 2007, followed by a position as Senior Manager and Client Service Partner from 2007 to 2012. During this time, he was also a Programme Manager and Client Service Partner for the Alcb Account from 2007 to 2010. His early career at the company included a role as Consultant and Development Project Leader from 1998 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Gauthier Tilmans holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Durham University, where he studied from 2004 to 2006. He also attended Université Catholique De Louvain. His educational background supports his extensive experience in operational management and client services, particularly within the banking software sector.
Operational Management and Delivery Model
In his current role, Gauthier Tilmans is responsible for securing, industrializing, and optimizing the MEA end-to-end delivery model through Centers of Excellence. His focus on operational management includes overseeing the implementation of effective delivery strategies and ensuring high-quality service delivery across the MEA region.