Rickie Sehgal

Chairman, Transputec

Tell us something most people won't know about you

I'm an adrenaline junkie for sports such as skiing, parasailing, diving with sharks and fast cars.

What has been your highlight of 2018 so far?

Industry recognition awards for managed services, security and crisis management.

Who would play you in the film of your life?

A combination of James Bond and Mr Bean.

Which tech firm (other than your own!) do you most admire?

Google, for its pioneering work with AI.

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

Driving my McLaren around town with the roof down, cigar in mouth and wearing shades.

What is the most irritating tech buzzphrase of 2018?

‘GDPR-certified'.

What would be your first act if you were made Prime Minister?

Stop Brexit.

What's the biggest untapped opportunity facing the channel?

To help customers understand the known unknowns.

What is your most treasured possession?

The aforementioned orange McLaren 650S.

What do your family think you do all day?

Make other people's lives miserable.

Who has been your mentor in business?

I've had many mentors over many years.