Luc Van Helfteren
About Luc Van Helfteren
Luc Van Helfteren is a Chief Architect at The Economist and a Director at Skeeters Ltd., with over 10 years of experience in the IT industry. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including William Hill and Accenture, and possesses expertise in systems thinking and digital technology strategy.
Current Role at The Economist
Luc Van Helfteren has been serving as Chief Architect at The Economist since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for leading architectural initiatives and ensuring the alignment of technology strategies with business objectives. His work focuses on enhancing the organization's digital infrastructure and improving user experience through innovative architectural solutions.
Experience at Skeeters Ltd.
Since 2019, Luc Van Helfteren has held the position of Director at Skeeters Ltd. in London. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic direction and management of technology initiatives. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and development in the competitive landscape of digital services.
Previous Employment at William Hill
Luc Van Helfteren worked as an Enterprise Architect at William Hill from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure, he focused on developing and implementing enterprise-level architecture strategies that supported the company's operational goals and enhanced its technological capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Luc Van Helfteren studied Systems Engineering at Loughborough University, where he earned a BEng degree from 2007 to 2011. He has a strong foundation in electrical engineering and software systems engineering. His expertise includes systems thinking, lean systems, and advanced architecture, with a specialization in digital experience and marketing technologies.
Career Background
Luc Van Helfteren has over 10 years of experience in the IT industry. His career includes various roles such as Digital Technology Architect at Accenture and Digital & Mobile Strategy Consultant at CSC. He has also worked in positions ranging from Infrastructure Engineer to Technology Consultant, gaining a diverse skill set in technology strategy and architecture.