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I coach running from beginners to club level.

What has been your highlight of 2018 so far?

The FIFA World Cup. I genuinely felt good about the England team for a while.

Who would play you in the film of your life?

Daniel Craig.

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

Apple. Everyone uses or has used its technology.

What is your guiltiest pleasure?

Gluten Free Hobnobs.

What is the most irritating tech buzzphrase of 2018?

‘Ping me'. Call me or email me, but never ping me.

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

A huge investment to support technical innovation.

What's the biggest untapped opportunity facing the channel?

Blockchain technology.

What is your most treasured possession?

My vinyl record collection.

What do your family think you do all day?

Drink coffee on trains.

Who has been your mentor in business?

No single one, but many along the way.

 

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