OWEN PRIESTLEY
CAPCO
TITLE: Principal Consultant
AWARD CATEGORY: Financial Consulting
AGE: 28
In his five years at Capco, Owen Priestley has demonstrated himself to be a leader time and again, from project management roles all the way up to leading digital strategy teams. Thanks in no small part to his efforts, Capco has vaulted itself onto the playing field at the intersection of business and technology.
Priestley says he loves the challenge of the profession, and that being on the front lines of monumental transformation in the Financial Services industry really excites him. He also expressed optimism about the next generation of young talent entering the industry, from start-up talent to industry and consulting professionals.
"What once took a decade to change an industry, is now not much more than an overnight affair. Harnessing that change mentality, the new way of thinking and instigating ripple effects, that is very exciting."
While at Capco, Priestley has started two new business areas for the firm; Change Sourcing and Digital, and has delivered end-to-end projects in the UK, Europe, Asia and the United States. He says he's proud of taking a leadership position that allows him to sponsor and grow talent through the organization.
As for the secret to his success, Priestley says it all comes down to hard work and trust. "Understanding and observing the culture you work within, is important, and by gaining the trust of my colleagues and clients, allows me to exceed expectations."
Priestley says the Rising Stars Award will inspire him to continue to up-end the status quo. "[The award] will continue to push me to look for new and innovative ways of challenging and disrupting the financial consulting industry."
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