Kirk-Dale McDowall-Rose

I am a mangement consulting partner specialising in technology strategy and business transformation.

I lead Strategy and Transformation (S&T) for IBM in Saudi Arabia. I also support the delivery of the IBM and S&T strategic agendas throughout the wider Arabian Gulf and Africa region.

My expertise focusses on building innovative business models and operationalizing strategy. I've worked extensively in the energy sector, but also led engagements in government, telecommunications and financial sectors.

I have worked internationally for most of my career. Previous assignments have taken me across most of Europe, Africa, North America, and Asia. I am currently based in the Middle East and live in Saudi Arabia.

I was born in the Caribbean and grew up in the United Kingdom. I am a keen (albeit poor) student of the Arabic language. To keep in shape I try to row a few kilometers each day.

I am an alum of Harvard Business School, The London School of Economics and The University of Oxford.