The Digital and Technology Forum is dedicated to fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional growth among senior professionals in digital and technology. Our mission is to create a vibrant community where leaders can connect, share best practices, and drive innovation
Our objectives focus on creating an environment that promotes collaboration and learning. We aim to facilitate partnerships and joint ventures among members to promote innovative solutions and enhance digital transformation. Additionally, we provide a platform for sharing insights, experiences, and research on emerging trends and technologies. We also prioritidse professional development by offering workshops, seminars, and resources that support the continuous growth of our members' skills and knowledge. Furthermore, we create networking opportunities through events and forums that allow for meaningful connections and exchanges among senior colleagues.
We invite senior professionals in digital and technology to become part of our network.
Meet the VODG Digital and Technology Directors' Co-Chairs
Join us at our quarterly digital and technology directors' member meetings, chaired by leaders from across our membership.
Ben Sutton
Having previously worked at Virgin Care in a similar role, Ben brings with him a wealth of relevant experience and ensures we are giving our digital systems and data the right level of prominence and focus.
Kate Doodson
Kate is an experienced Digital Transformation professional and has come to Brandon with a wide range of public, private and charity sector digital experiences. Kate has worked in the field of digital and IT for over 25 years and is passionate about developing universally accessible services that truly make a difference to people’s lives; through supporting independence, improving ease of access and freeing data for decision making.
Kate has a broad strategic experience; she has sat on a wide range of boards including Vice Chair of a Further Education College and Committee Chair at a south-west University. She supports the digital economy through groups such as Digital Somerset and SW Infrastructure Partnership.
Mark Pountney
