Heather Thomson

Heather Thomson

Interim CEO of The Data Lab

As Interim CEO of The Data Lab, Heather is responsible for developing strategy, delivery and culture across the wider organisation, accountable to funding partners and The Data Lab Governance Board. During her first six years at The Data Lab, Heather led The Data Lab’s £8m data and AI skills programme which supports organisations to develop data strategy consider the impact and potential of AI, build teams and access and retain talent in today’s rapidly changing world of work.

With 23 years’ experience in software engineering, project management, education and leadership, Heather has a passion for supporting education and development and individuals and organisations.

She coordinates The Data Lab Educational Advisory Board and is also a member of the South of Scotland Digital Skills Board Management Group and the UK Data Skills Taskforce.