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Markus B.

Commander · DISC type D
Principal Data Consultant at Thoughtworks
📍 United Kingdom

Markus is a Principal Data Consultant at Thoughtworks with extensive experience in data strategy, architecture, and leadership for high-profile FTSE companies. Holding degrees in both Law and Commerce from Victoria University of Wellington, he is described by colleagues as innovative, reliable, and possessing great technical depth. He has a history of rewriting global data management policy and advising across numerous industries.

As a self-described "hype skeptic, " Markus is passionate about connecting people, ideas, and opportunities to solve real-world problems. His entrepreneurial side is evident from co-founding MusicFlow. He values practical applications of technology and the lessons learned from both successes and failures over chasing the latest trends.

Unique fact: He holds dual degrees in Law (LLB) and Commerce/Accounting (BCA), an uncommon combination for a data leader.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Principal Data Consultant
Job Level
Senior
Location
United Kingdom
Personality Overview

How Markus shows up

Strong-Willed
Very Quick
Risk-Taker

They like to stay in control of the negotiation or defining of the terms. They do not care very much about building rapport or relationships. They put a lot of effort into ensuring personal success.

Priorities

Topics Markus cares about

Data Strategy & Governance
His career includes providing data strategy for financial services and rewriting global data management policy for HSBC, showing deep expertise in this area.
Pragmatic Technology
He is a self-proclaimed "hype skeptic" who believes the real value of tech conferences lies in sharing war stories and making connections, not just discussing trends.
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Career

Work history

6-2024
Principal Data Consultant
Thoughtworks
11-2022
Co-Founder
MusicFlow
7-2019 - 6-2024
Leadership, Strategy and Architecture Consultant
Freelance
7-2018 - 6-2019
Interim Director
JDX Consulting
11-2016 - 6-2018
Enterprise Data Architect
HSBC
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Media appearances

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Education
1992 - 1997
LLB
Victoria University of Wellington
1992 - 1995
BCA
Victoria University of Wellington
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

D

Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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