Darcy Delich-Coull

Enigma
DISC Type : icd

Chief Information Security Officer at The Rank Group plc

Darlington, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Darcy Delich-Coull is the Chief Information Security Officer at The Rank Group plc, specializing in information security strategy, data privacy, and compliance. Her expertise covers risk management, fraud prevention, and building robust security frameworks, underpinned by a unique background in digital trademarks and online brand protection.

She is passionate about fostering a positive culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within technology and security teams. Darcy actively engages with the business community, sharing her insights on platforms like the Northern Business Podcast to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

Unique fact: Before becoming a CISO, Darcys career involved online IP brand protection, domain disputes, and pursuing legal action against cybercriminals.

Personality Overview

Persuasive & Assertive

Hard To Convince

Challenger

They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.  They are likely to ask many questions and look heavily for supporting proof as well as information. They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing

Topics They Care About

Regulatory Accountability
Strongly supports the ICO holding organizations accountable, believing the reputational impact of non-compliance is a powerful motivator for upholding data protection standards.
Positive Security Culture
Focuses on fostering an environment of continuous learning and knowledge sharing among technology and security teams to build a strong, proactive security posture.
Cybercrime Prevention
Possesses deep experience in online fraud detection, anti-piracy, and the legal actions taken against cybercriminals, indicating a core professional passion.

Media Appearances

Darcy has no verified media appearances

Work History

10-2025
Chief Information Security Officer at The Rank Group plc
9-2025 - 10-2025
CISO at To be announced soon
12-2020 - 9-2025
Information Security Compliance Officer at FOOTASYLUM
7-2019 - 1-2020
Data Privacy & Security Compliance SME (contract) at SecureTrust
4-2018 - 11-2018
Interium GDPR Legal Specialist (Contract) at Data Solver

Education

1995 - 2001
Education details unavailable from University of Houston Law Center

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Insights For Selling To Darcy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use a combination of data as well as stories for your pitch, a ppt might not be necessary
  • Build rapport slwly without rushing, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Be prepared for a mix of questions and inquisitiveness, answer them in the tone in which they have been asked

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments, understand the root of their concerns first
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously. They are easily deterred
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Darcy is

  • Proven value, strong objective evidence are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Darcy

  • They are practical and friendly, but can give a clear response with a little prodding

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Darcy move?

  • They like to be detailed, so unless they develop strong conviction, they can take their time to arrive at decisions
  • Can Darcy take some risk or not?

  • They evaluate their decisions systematically and do not take risks that often, unless you can get them to develop strong conviction

You And Darcy

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