I am a hands-on
Chief Digital Technology Officer for-hire

Make use of 34+ years of hands-on experience to drive digital success without the full-time CTO commitment.

Is your organisation navigating the digital world without an experienced technology lead/director? With over 34 years of hands-on experience in digital strategy, software development, cyber security, and infrastructure, I help startups, SMEs, and charities harness digital technology to unlock growth, improve efficiency, and build lasting relationships with customers, partners, and teams.

Why work with me?

My name is Michael Gbadebo. I am a seasoned Chief Digital Technology Officer (CDTO) offering on-demand strategic and technical leadership. With over 34 years of experience, I help businesses use digital technology to grow, improve efficiency, and deliver value. I work on a part-time or project basis.

• 34+ years of end-to-end technology leadership
• Industry-spanning knowledge from startups to large enterprises
• Deep expertise in both strategy and hands-on implementation
• Affordable, flexible engagement without the overhead of a full-time hire
• A Creative Visionary

  The Creative Visionary is constantly on the lookout for new and innovative ideas, and devising new ways to put them into action. In particular, Creative Visionaries:

  1. Don't fear failure. In fact, they are motivated by it.
  2. Are driven by a very strong set of principles and values.
  3. Have a very strong work ethic and intrinsically positive attitude.
  4. Are natural leaders that excel at culture-building within teams.

As your Digital CTO, I act as your trusted technology partner, helping you make the right decisions that help grow your organisation.

1. Digital Transformation Strategy:
   • Identify inefficiencies & opportunities
   • Develop scalable technology roadmaps
   • Align tech with business goals
2. Digital Marketing Strategy:
   • Digital growth planning
   • Marketing technology stack review
   • SEO, content, and social media integration
3. Project Oversight & Implementation:
   • Monitor key tech projects
   • Vendor selection and management
   • Agile methodology guidance
4. Data Security & Infrastructure:
   • Cyber risk assessment
   • Data protection (GDPR) & compliance
   • IT infrastructure reviews
5. Advisory & Mentoring:
   • Ideation and innovation facilitation
   • Reality checks for new digital initiatives
   • Regular advisory sessions
   • Knowledge transfer

All services come with a free 1-hour consultation.

You're not just hiring advice. You're gaining a partner who can roll up his sleeves.

• Avoid the cost of a full-time hire
• Gain access to a high-level strategist
• Benefit from extensive hands-on experience
• Support when you need it most

Flexible engagement models

• One-off advisory sessions
• Monthly retainers
• Project-based support
• Remote or on-site
• Happy to travel (national/international)

Let's talk about your digital technology needs

Ready to explore how digital technology can better serve your business goals? Schedule your free 1-hour consultation today to talk through your challenges and explore potential solutions. No obligation, just insight.

Here are some reasons why people have called ...

• Startup founder needed an online launch strategy.
• A charity was seeking a better donor engagement through Internet technology.
• A SME wanted to use AI to improve workflow efficiency.

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