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On 27 April techUK's Cloud Computing programme will be joining forces with Raconteur for an exclusive webinar exploring what business leaders are saying about cloud adoption over the next year

The Cloud for Business report published in The Times on 13th March investigates the many reasons for businesses to move to data-led and cloud-based business models; from the increased efficiency, cost savings, and decision-making agility. However, this year the report showcases a greater focus on the environmental case to be made, with businesses increasingly concerned about their ESG credentials and there are opportunities to be greener by building sustainability into enterprise IT strategy.

Additionally, the report investigates some of the key lessons business leaders have learnt in the last 12 months, from managing new cyber threats, to bridging the skills gaps, and bringing cloud and edge computing together

In this session techUK will be joined by Raconteur and leading cloud experts who shared and showcased their expertise within the Report, to highlight what 2021 means for continued cloud adoption. 

Speakers include:

  • Matthew Larder, Head of Cloud, Softcat
  • Richard Walters, CTO, Censornet
  • Ariel Assaraf, CEOCoralogix
  • Chloe Johnston, Senior Manager, Raconteur 
  • Laura Foster, Head of Programme - Tech & Innovation, techUK

You can read the Raconteur report here

Rory Daniels

Rory Daniels

Head of Emerging Technology and Innovation, techUK

Rory joined techUK in June 2023 after three years in the Civil Service on its Fast Stream leadership development programme.

During this time, Rory worked on the Government's response to Covid-19 (NHS Test & Trace), school funding strategy (Department for Education) and international climate and nature policy (Cabinet Office). He also tackled the social care crisis whilst on secondment to techUK's Health and Social Care programme in 2022.

Before this, Rory worked in the House of Commons and House of Lords alongside completing degrees in Political Economy and Global Politics.

Today, Rory leads techUK's Emerging Technology and Innovation activity, working with many of the UK's most innovative tech companies to convene key stakeholders, work through key challenges and opportunities for industry, showcase best practice, and shape Government's thinking around future technologies, sectors and industries.

Focus areas include Robotics, Immersive, Web3, Metaverse, Photonics, Space, Gaming, Creative, Innovation policy, university spin-outs, and Futures & Horizon Scanning.

Email:
[email protected]
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rorydaniels28/

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Ella Shuter

Ella Shuter

Junior Programme Manager, Emerging Technologies, techUK

Ella joined techUK in July 2025 as Junior Programme Manager for Emerging Technologies.

In her role, Ella supports the design and delivery of four to six-month sprint campaigns. These identify emerging technologies of interest to members and Government, share industry best practice, champion relevant sectors and industries across the UK, and work through key challenges and opportunities to drive the development, application and commercialisation of these technologies.

Before joining techUK, Ella completed an internship at Digital Catapult, supporting across public affairs, policy and the organisation's programmes. She also has experience working in an MP's Parliamentary and Constituency Office.

Ella holds a BSc in Politics and International Relations from the University of Bristol.

Email:
[email protected]
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ella-shuter-264158244/

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Elis Thomas

Elis Thomas

Programme Manager, Tech and Innovation, techUK

Elis joined techUK in December 2023 as a Programme Manager for Tech and Innovation, focusing on Semiconductors and Digital ID.

He previously worked at an advocacy group for tech startups, with a regional focus on Wales. This involved policy research on innovation, skills and access to finance.

Elis has a Degree in History, and a Masters in Politics and International Relations from the University of Winchester, with a focus on the digitalisation and gamification of armed conflicts.

Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.techuk.org/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/elis-thomas-49a1aa1a1/

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