A vastly experienced technology professional, Gordon Castle connects market dynamics to strategic plans and then drives execution that improves business performance and growth. This work has positioned him at the forefront of industry change and enabled him to succeed in roles ranging from start-ups to large scale corporate strategy.
Most recently as Senior Vice President, Technology and Operations EMEA for Discovery, Gordon was responsible for developing, defining and implementing the long-term technology strategy of Eurosport, Discovery’s leading sports brand.
Prior to joining Discovery, Gordon held senior positions at telecommunications company Ericsson, latterly as Head of Strategy Development, Portfolio and Capital & Resource Allocation.
Gordon has over 30 years of experience working in the media industry which has included roles such as Director of Entertainment Media and Communications at PricewaterhouseCoopers; SVP and Head of CNN Technology responsible for the News Group’s technology strategy, implementation and training; as well as serving as an SVP – Senior Technology Fellow, Turner Broadcasting.
Throughout his career, Gordon has helped his organisations embrace innovation by conceiving, planning and executing large-scale initiatives that have changed organisations and the way people work. This vision and understanding have contributed to Gordon’s reputation as a leader in his field.