Emer McNally

Part of the IT Leaders 100 - a list of the most influential IT leaders in the UK in 2023.

Emer has a background in driving innovation and sustainable IT strategies for major international companies. Over the course of her career, Emer has excelled in several leadership roles, delivering results through the development of agile teams and the implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions.

Her experience extends across multiple sectors, including retail, construction, mining, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, FMCG and retail banking. Having held CIO roles at firms including Laing O'Rourke, Punch Taverns and McDonald's Europe, Emer is today using her expertise at National Express.

Emer has successfully led multiple digital transformation initiatives and leveraged cloud solutions, outsourcing and agile development to enhance business performance. With a strong focus on digital technologies, she has succeeded in elevating sales and customer satisfaction ratings.