Summary
Feargal Ryan is a data and strategy leader with 11 years' experience driving insight-led decision making across Boots UK, now serving as Head of Data Strategy after progressing through data science and group strategy roles. He combines hands-on analytical chops (SQL, automation and large-scale reporting) with senior stakeholder management to structure complex, high-value initiatives for an S&P 100 retailer. A pragmatic project manager by background, he has delivered published clinical research and scaled cross-functional teams to embed data-driven ways of working. With an MBA (Distinction) and a philosophy degree, he pairs quantitative rigour with clear strategic thinking and a knack for turning messy retail data into actionable business outcomes.
11 years of coding experience
10 years of employment as a software developer
Loughborough Grammar School
2:1 BA (Hon), Philosphy, 2:1 BA (Hon), Philosphy at University of East Anglia
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General, Distinction, MBA, Business Administration and Management, General, Distinction at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University