Roberto Confessore FBCS

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Executive Digital & IT Director at Water Plus

Greater Cheshire West and Chester Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Roberto Confessore is an experienced, transformational IT leader serving as the Executive Digital & IT Director for Water Plus, the UKs largest business water retailer. He excels in delivering tangible business outcomes, cost savings, and managing complex projects across infrastructure, security, and compliance. He holds an Executive MBA from the University of Chester and is a Fellow of the BCS.

Described as a people person with a collaborative leadership style, Roberto is passionate about customer service and building strong relationships. He dedicates time outside of his executive role to serve as a Non-Executive Director for BreathChamps CIC, a community interest company focused on health outcomes.

He previously chaired the Diversity & Inclusion Forum for the Charity Commission for England and Wales.

Personality Overview

Direct & Assertive

Goal-Oriented

Big Vision Person

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Digital Transformation
As a self-described "transformational IT leader, " his career is focused on leading digital, data, and technology initiatives in large organizations like Water Plus and the Charity Commission.
IT Leadership
Colleagues praise his collaborative leadership and ability to empower teams. He has extensive experience in line management and influencing at the board level.
Diversity & Inclusion
He demonstrated a clear commitment to this area by serving as the Chair of the Diversity & Inclusion Forum at the Charity Commission for England and Wales.

Media Appearances

Roberto has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2025
Executive Digital & IT Director at Water Plus
1-2022
Non Executive Director at BreathChamps CIC
3-2020 - 7-2024
Chair of the Diversity & Inclusion Forum at Charity Commission for England and Wales
2-2020 - 9-2025
Executive Director of Digital, Data & Technology at Charity Commission for England and Wales
10-2018 - 2-2020
Chief Digital & Technology Officer at Charity Commission for England and Wales

Education

Executive MBA from University of Chester
1990 - 1994
Education details unavailable from Willowmoore High School

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Insights For Selling To Roberto

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Roberto is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Roberto

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Roberto move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Roberto take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Roberto

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