Ortecha started because we spotted a problem we couldn’t ignore.
Data teams were getting dragged into transformation projects that promised everything but delivered technology-first fixes that missed what actually mattered. The result? Expensive complexity, confused teams, and a growing gap between people and the data they needed to trust.
There had to be a better way. So we built it.
From the start, we did things differently. We paired deep technical expertise with a people-first mindset – helping teams not just implement data solutions but actually thrive with them. It was never just about the tech for us – it’s about making data and AI make sense, building real capability, and giving clients a clear path forward.
We cut our teeth in financial services, helping major institutions deal with post-crisis regulations. Then we partnered with the EDM Association to build the DCAM framework – now used by thousands of data teams globally. That partnership shaped how we think about data management: practical, scalable, and rooted in what actually works.
Since then, we’ve expanded internationally with teams across the UK, US and Canada. We work with global organisations to design and build modern data ecosystems where data actually works harder, projects move faster, and business value shows up clearly.
What hasn’t changed? We’re still real people solving real data problems for other real people. Because when you trust your data, everything else opens up.
Our leadership team brings a great range of diverse backgrounds, from mechanical engineering backgrounds to classical music training. What unites them? A drive to make data make sense and to be truly valuable.
Managing Partner & CEO
Pete’s one of our founding partners and will probably be the first person you talk to if you get in contact with us in the UK or Europe. He’s a DCAM expert and heads up the company as a whole. In his spare time he’ll usually be found near a car!
Managing Partner & CEO, Head of North America
Mark will normally be your first point of contact if you’re getting in touch in North America. He’s a DCAM expert (former Senior Advisor at the EDM Council) and leads the US side of the business. He enjoys travelling and hopes to visit the Greek Islands one day.
CFO & COO
You'll find Paul balancing the books while keeping the whole show running smoothly.
Partner & Chief Data Officer
Ben is a data and AI thought leader who makes complex ideas click. Alongside working with clients, you can often find him at events sharing his experiences or leading experiments within our Cloud-based Innovation Lab.
Partner
Brian is a seasoned data and transformation leader who’s seen it all — from IBM to founding his own consultancy. Now leading Ortecha Canada, he helps client solve complex challenges with calm confidence, sharp thinking and just the right dash of curiosity and humour.
Partner
Marie is a data and AI leader. She's known for managing multi-million-pound data programmes and leading transformational change and has a passion for getting things done.
Head of People, Comms & Culture
Araminta is the heartbeat behind how we work. As a Principal Consultant and the founder of the Data Culture Club, she’s on a mission to make data feel human, collaboration feel natural and work feel a little more fun for everyone.
Managing Principal
Sean has a sharp mind for all things data & AI, and a soft spot for good food, travel and tech. He has a knack for blending structure with creativity - whether he’s helping clients solve complex challenges, composing music or building an AI bot for fun.
Head of Data Literacy & Enablement
Steve is all about turning data curiosity into confidence. With a career spanning global software firms and major enterprises, he helps people at every level get real value from data.
Global Head of Sales & Business Development
Tanya is our Business Development dynamo - the first friendly face (or voice) you’ll likely meet at Ortecha. She is powered by building meaningful relationships with our clients and supporting them all the way on their data excellence journey (and a healthy dose of river life in her spare time).
Senior Advisor
Our values aren’t corporate wallpaper. They’re how we actually work – with each other, with clients, with our communities.
Strong relationships and real partnerships are everything.
Your problems become our problems. We're in this together.
We've done this before, and we know what it takes.
We keep learning, adapting, and sharing what's coming so you're ready.
We do what's right, not what's easy.
We don’t just follow best practices – we help create them.
We’re active members of the EDM Association, the global body for data management. And not just members – we’re involved in shaping standards and promoting excellence. That’s why clients trust us to help navigate complex challenges and prepare for what’s ahead.
