David Cox

David is the Director of Digital and Technology at the CIPD and is responsible for developing and executing the digital strategy and supporting technology, as well as ensuring the delivery of truly customer and learner-centric learning, qualifications, and content with a first-class digital experience.

David started his career in utilities, working across the water, electricity and gas sectors in a variety of international roles, focusing predominately on business change and technology transformation. David then moved into global education and publishing, holding a number of diverse senior roles within Pearson, from running partnerships in the Middle East, through to global Customer Service transformations and new product launches for universities.  

Significant technology enablement has always underpinned Davids career and he is passionate about advocating the people centric elements of successful project and programme delivery. David holds an MBA from the Open University and in his spare time is a keen traveller, or can be found on the local squash and tennis courts.