Wayne Morris MSc Ba Dms
About Wayne Morris MSc Ba Dms
Wayne Morris is a Change Leader and Programme Director at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in project management and organisational transformation, having previously held senior roles at Royal Mail Group and led significant initiatives including Brexit preparations.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Wayne Morris has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society, demonstrating a progressive career within the organization. He served as Programme Manager for Compliance & Complaints from 2012 to 2015. Following this, he was appointed Head of Transformation from 2015 to 2018. In 2018, he transitioned to the role of Change Leader / Programme Director, where he has been active for six years. Morris also took on the responsibility of Accountable Executive & Delivery Leader for a brief period in 2018. Notably, he led the preparations for Brexit as Programme Director, showcasing his leadership in significant organizational change.
Education and Expertise
Wayne Morris has a strong educational background in management and organizational development. He obtained a Post-Graduate Diploma in Management Studies from the University of Central England between 1991 and 1993. He furthered his studies at the same institution, earning an MSc in Manager and Organisation Development from 1995 to 1997. Earlier, he completed a BA (Hons) in Humanities, focusing on Geography and History, at the Polytechnic of Wales from 1987 to 1990. His expertise includes stakeholder engagement, working with Trade Unions, and implementing change through various methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Lean, Kaizen, BPM, and Kanban.
Background in Project Management
Wayne Morris has extensive experience in project and programme management, particularly within the Royal Mail Group, where he worked for 12 years from 1999 to 2011. His roles included Senior Operations/Project and Programme Manager and Mail Centre Manager. He has led significant transformation projects for organizations like Royal Mail and HM Customs & Excise. Additionally, he served as Managing Director at WCM Business Services Ltd t/a SimWay Business Solutions from 2011 to 2013, where he designed and delivered training programs aimed at supporting organizational change.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Involvement
Wayne Morris has participated as a keynote speaker and panellist at various industry events, sharing his insights and experiences in change management and organizational transformation. His involvement in these events highlights his commitment to contributing to the professional community and sharing best practices in the field of project management and change leadership.
Leadership Experience
Wayne Morris has demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing large operational distribution and processing units, overseeing teams of up to 1,000 employees. His experience includes implementing change initiatives and driving performance improvements within organizations. His roles have required effective stakeholder management and collaboration with various entities, including central and local government.