CEO

Charles Duance

Leads Cyber Samurai's strategy and client relationships, with a focus on designing data services for SME and mid-market organisations. Also keeps his technical skills sharp working on a variety of Data & AI focused projects.

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Background

Charles leads Cyber Samurai, setting the direction for how we deliver managed database, governance and analytics services to UK organisations.

He spends most of his time with clients and partners, shaping engagements so the commercial model is clear and the outcomes are measurable from the first month.

His background spans data platform delivery and managed services, which keeps our proposals grounded in what actually runs well in production.

Areas of focus

Client strategy
Commercial models
Partner relationships
Data platform advisory

Skills

Database AdministrationData EngineeringData Warehouse DesignInformation ProtectionCyber SecurityService DesignVirtualisationApplication IntegrationDatabase DevelopmentAIAutomation

Technologies

Microsoft FabricSQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)Data Quality Services (DQS)AzureKingswaySoftAWS RDSVB.NET Development