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de Novo Presents: Driving SME Growth Through Technological Innovation

Tim Warner | 12/03/25 | 16:55
Co-Founder and Chairman, de Novo Solutions

Join Tim Warner, Co-Founder and Chairman of de Novo Solutions, for an inspiring and practical session tailored to the SME community. In just three years, de Novo has grown from a Welsh start-up to an award-winning digital transformation leader with operations across the UK and India. This session offers valuable insights into the company’s journey, highlighting key milestones, the role of technology in sustainable scaling, and the values driving its success.

Tim will share his experiences overcoming challenges, fostering innovation, and delivering excellence to clients. Discover how de Novo uses cutting-edge cloud technologies to transform back-office operations, empowering organisations to drive operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

AIMS

  • Inspire SMEs to embrace cloud technology for sustainable growth and operational efficiency.
  • Share de Novo’s journey, highlighting challenges, successes, and lessons learned.
  • Showcase how core values and customer focus are key to delivering exceptional business outcomes.


CONTENT

  • The milestones in de Novo’s rapid growth journey and global expansion.
  • The role of cloud technology in enabling scalability, efficiency and innovation.
  • Practical insights into building a values-driven, customer-focused business culture.


OUTCOMES

  • Understand how to leverage technology for operational efficiency and innovation.
  • Gain actionable strategies to enhance customer experience and scale sustainably. .
  • Feel inspired by a real-world journey of entrepreneurial growth and success

Tim Warner

Tim Warner - Co-Founder and Chairman of de Novo Solutions

Tim is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a wealth of experience in driving growth and fostering innovation across various industries. He has successfully scaled multiple businesses, including Certus Solutions, an Oracle Cloud implementation partner acquired by Accenture. As an angel investor, Tim focuses on backing high-potential companies with innovative solutions and business models that prioritise quality, sustainability and scalability.

With a strong foundation in entrepreneurship and investment, Tim brings a unique perspective to SMEs. He understands the operational challenges that businesses face and the strategies that can unlock growth without compromising on quality. His expertise offers actionable guidance for fast-growing businesses, having evaluated, invested in, and mentored startups that have gone on to achieve significant success.

Tim’s insights stem from a deep understanding of how to drive innovation, implement scalable solutions, and build businesses that thrive in competitive markets. His approach focuses on delivering long-term value and resilience, helping businesses grow sustainably and achieve their full potential.


 

Ian Carline, Chief Technical Officer, de Novo Solutions

Ian is a seasoned technologist with over 30 years of experience in technology architecture and product development, dedicated to driving innovation and redefining digital experiences. As the Chief Technical Officer at de Novo Solutions since 2021, he leads the transformation of cloud experiences using Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies. Previously, he played key roles at Certus Solutions, Logica, Network Rail, and MOD EDS, contributing to large-scale payroll and HR solutions, including the world’s largest payroll implementation at McKesson NHS. Passionate about solving complex challenges, Ian is committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and exploring cutting-edge technology.

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