Bryony Rochester
About Bryony Rochester
Bryony Rochester serves as the Head of Business Analysis and Change at The Economist, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in business analysis and transformation, she has held various roles at the Financial Times and News UK, and incorporates elements of psychology and leadership into her professional practice.
Current Role at The Economist
Bryony Rochester serves as the Head of Business Analysis and Change at The Economist, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing business analysis initiatives and driving change within the organization. Her work focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of innovation.
Previous Experience at Financial Times
Rochester has extensive experience at the Financial Times, where she held multiple roles over a span of several years. She served as Head of Business Analysis from 2014 to 2019, Director of Business Analysis from 2019 to 2020, and Business Transformation Consultant from 2017 to 2018. Her tenure at the Financial Times allowed her to develop a deep understanding of business analysis and transformation.
Work at News UK
In 2021, Bryony Rochester worked at News UK as Head of Business Analysis (Mat Cover) for a period of eight months. During this time, she contributed to business analysis efforts and supported organizational objectives in a temporary capacity.
Educational Background
Bryony Rochester studied English Literature at The University of Manchester, where she earned her BA Hons degree from 1991 to 1994. This educational background has informed her professional approach, particularly in utilizing storytelling techniques within business contexts.
Professional Approach and Philosophy
Rochester incorporates elements from psychology, leadership, cultural studies, and stoicism into her professional practice. She advocates for psychological safety and promotes a culture of innovation and growth within teams. Her focus on empowering teams through coaching reflects her commitment to fostering effective collaboration at all organizational levels.