Retail veteran Mike Cadden becomes Chief Technology Officer at Marie Curie UK following interim period
Marie Curie UK has appointed Mike Cadden as Chief Technology Officer following an interim period lasting seven months.
In a LinkedIn post, Cadden said: “The last seven months have been amongst the most challenging, the toughest and yet the most fulfilling of my career, Marie Curie UK is a truly special place, providing a critical service to the UK and full of the very best people, doing very difficult jobs.”
“Therefore I am extremely proud and excited that the board have offered me, and obviously I accepted, the permanent Chief Technology Officer role.”
He added: “This is without doubt the biggest role of my career, supporting this amazing organisation into the future and delivering our charity five year strategy and the technology and transformation strategy that underpins it.”
“The work we do humbles me every day and to be a part of what our caring services teams do, even in such a small way, is amazing. Here's to the future.”
Marie Curie has an online shop as well as high street stores across the UK.
Cadden’s CV includes stints as Technology and Business Transformation Director at Start-Rite Shoes, IT Director (Sales, Marketing and Customer Services) at Office Depot, and Group IT Director at VIA Outlets.
He is also a member of the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel, alongside:
Peter Waugh, Director, International Digital (EMEA, LAC & AP), Starbucks
Carole Kingsbury, Former Director of IT, Ted Baker
Christine Russo, Industry Analyst and Retail Influencer
Paula Bobbett, Chief Digital Officer, Boots
Matt Bradley, Director and Founder, Retail Technology Show
Scott Thompson, Editor and Founder, Retail Technology Innovation Hub
Karanveer Anand, Technical Programme Management, Google
Toby Pickard, Global Insight Leader, IGD
Matt Taylor, Technology Transformation Leader at EY, Retail and Consumer Products
Gary Newbury, Supply Chain Advisor and Delivery Executive
Nadine Neatrour, Marketing Director, Selfridges
2024 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS FAQS
The awards celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.
This year, we’re bringing you three new categories: AI Innovation, Sustainable Retail Innovation, and Inclusive Technology Innovation.
Key 2024 dates
Friday, 25th October: Award entry deadline
Tuesday, 29th October: 2024 shortlist revealed
30th October-6th November: Judging days
Thursday, 21st November: Winners announced at the 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards ceremony, to be held at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ.
Is there a fee to enter the awards?: No, it is free of charge.
Can I enter across multiple categories: Yes.
Do I need to complete all the sections in the entry form? No, but the more information you provide, the better chance you have of producing a successful submission.
Is there a certain timeframe for nominated projects, initiatives etc? Yes, submissions should include projects, initiatives etc that were undertaken in the past 12 months.
Who has visibility of our completed entry form and what information will be public should we win or be shortlisted? Only our Editor, Scott Thompson, and judging panel will view submissions. The information provided in the summary section of the entry form will be made public.
Do you only accept entries from UK-based companies? No, we accept entries from all parts of the world.
What is the shortlists process? Shortlists will be announced in late October, then shortlisted entries will be sent to our independent judging panel who will decide upon the winners and highly commended submissions.
Shortlisted companies will be invited to attend an awards ceremony at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ on Thursday, 21st November.
Do winners and highly commended companies receive post-event coverage? Yes, post-event coverage includes articles on our website and also an in-depth awards review in our printed magazine. There is also the opportunity for a company profile type piece to be published on our site.
Who won what in 2023? Check out the 2023 winners here.
These were announced during a glittering ceremony at the Barbican Centre in Central London on Wednesday, 29th November.
Further information on all our 2023 entries can be found here.
When is the deadline for 2024 submissions? Friday, 25th October.
When will the 2024 winners be revealed? Wednesday, 21st November at an event at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ.
This will kick off with a drinks reception, followed by a three course meal, and awards ceremony.
For any other entry related queries, email: scott.thompson@retailtechinnovationhub.com
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