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My name is Armando Sanchez.
I've spent over two decades helping organisations navigate the messy, complex reality of business and technology transformation.
I focus on delivering change that's both meaningful and tangible, not just another programme that looks good on paper.

Let's connect and see if there's a way I can help your organisation move forward.

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Let's unlock what AI can actually do for your business

I keep pace with the latest AI developments so you don't have to.
Whether it's LLMs, AI agents, RAG, vector databases, or agentic workflows, I help organisations cut through the hype and build transformation models that genuinely work.
From redesigning how you operate to deploying smart automations that save time and money, I'm here to help your business move faster and do more with AI.

Prudential plc
HSBC
M&G Investments
Barclays
Sony
Morgan Stanley

I've helped complex organisations navigate the messy reality of transformation

Whether it's adopting new technology, driving change programmes, or modernising legacy systems, I've been there – guiding teams through the challenges that don't make it into the slide decks. I partner with organisations to deliver strategic transformation that sticks and helps you meet regulatory requirements without the usual headaches.

Data Driven Decisions

Proactive Portfolio Management

Risk Based Approach

Performance Driven Delivery

Lean & Agile Approach

Tech Enabled Efficiency

Supporting organisations in re-engineering their business and technology transformation functions to maximise return on investment.​

From setting up new teams to refining what's already there, I've established and led transformation management across organisations of all shapes and sizes.
I help you re-engineer how transformation works in your business – so your projects deliver real value, not just busy work and PowerPoint decks.

20+ years getting my hands dirty with transformation

I've spent over two decades in the thick of it, working across Strategy, Transformation, and Technology-led change programmes.

I've also worked closely with Risk (Second Line of Defence) and Internal Audit (Third Line of Defence), so I know what good governance actually looks like when the pressure's on.

Tech & Business Transformation / Principal Consultant / MD (Contracting)

SANER Consulting LTD

- UK Crown Prosecution Services (CPS)

- Direct Line Group

- Prudential Plc

- London Clearing House / LCH

Nov 2016 -
Present

Mar 2014 -
Oct 2016

Head of Portfolio Programme Management Office (PPMO) & Delivery Assurance, Business Change

M&G plc (formerly M&G Investments)

Internal Audit Change, Corporate Banking & Global Payments

Barclays

Feb 2013 -
Mar 2014

Mar 2012 -
Jan 2013

EMEA Technology PMO Senior Manager

GE Capital

Programme Standards Manager / Deputy Head of Global PMO - Finance Change

HSBC

May 2008 -
Dec 2011

Aug 2006 -
Apr 2008

Technology Quality Assurance / Test Lead Architect, Operations / Middle Office

Morgan Stanley

Technology Senior Consultant, UK Delivery Centre

Accenture

Feb 2005 -
Jul 2006

Nov 2001 -
Mar 2005

Software Quality Assurance Manager, European Software Development Centre

SONY (Brussels)

Junior Roles in Software / Technology Delivery & Quality Assurance

Schulmberger (Paris)
Meta4 (Madrid)

Jul 1999 -
Nov 2001

Strategic Business Alignment

Effective Programme Management

High Performance Focus

Technology Enabled Change

Safe Transition to Live / Prod

Benefit Realisation Focus

Data, Tech & Cloud Driven Changes

End to End Platforms & ERP Rollouts

Regulatory & Remediation Changes

From business case to benefits realised, I've done it all

I've worked across the full lifecycle of major technology deployments and transformation programmes. Strategy, delivery, assurance, the lot.
I help organisations mobilise strategic programmes and see them through, from that first business case all the way to actual, measurable benefits landing.

Graduated from prestigious education institutions

Master of Science in Information Technology, Software Engineering Management.
2003 - 2007

Bachelor Science, Computer Science / Computer Engineering.
1995 - 1999

Practitioner Certifications: Management of Portfolios, Managing Successful Programmes, Prince 2, Sony Six Sigma

Carnegie Mellon University
Los Andes University

Experienced in deploying best practice methods and frameworks, but smart enough to know that one size never fits all

Learning & experimenting with my Home Lab​

And a bit more about me...

A hardworking, tech fan & confessed family-man

Married with Two Children

Born in Colombia Based in the U.K

English & Spanish Speaker

Persuader Personality Type

Have Lived in
5 Countries

Integrity, Hard & Smart Working

Technology & Gadget Fan

Motion Pictures (Drama) Fan

Enjoy Mentoring Others

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