Badr Khan
Growth Specialist – Technology
I was part of the leadership team at Auction Technology Group while ECI was invested, conducting large scale M&A, and listing on LSE. I have since worked with the ECI team to assess potential investment opportunities, as well as working on projects across ECI and its portfolio, including as non-executive director at Ciphr.
In my role as independent Growth Specialist, I support ECI’s management teams with their technology strategy to drive business outcomes.
I am an experienced board level strategic technology advisor and currently serve as a non-executive director at Ciphr. I have over 20 years’ experience in senior technology roles, including at Marks & Spencer, Matches Fashion and most recently Auction Technology Group as their CTO.
“I won a Franklin Word Master in a prize draw. I still have it somewhere, but it probably belongs in a museum now. Essentially it’s a spell checker and thesaurus that looks like an LCD calculator, but with letter buttons instead of number buttons. I don’t think I ever used it”
“’To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man,’ from Hamlet. It’s good advice that has served me well – staying true to your values, beliefs and who you are.”
“When it comes to my favorite city break, Istanbul takes the top spot. This vibrant metropolis is a captivating blend of East and West, where ancient history and modern culture collide. Whether it’s wandering through the grandeur of Topkapi Palace or taking in the stunning views of the Bosphorus, Istanbul offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and breathtaking sights that always leaves me longing to return.”