Gavin Flaherty

Executive Partner | Enterprise AI & Digital Transformation | Commercial & Operational Leadership

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

About

A senior technology and commercial leader focused on solving real business problems through execution-led digital transformation and AI. Operating at board and executive level, helping organisations move from strategy into delivery. This includes defining the right problems to solve, shaping pragmatic approaches, and executing with pace, discipline, and accountability. The focus is always on outcomes, not technology for its own sake. AI is applied where it delivers real impact, not simply as a trend. Structured consulting thinking is combined with hands-on execution to ensure things actually get done. Brings together senior consultants with Big 4 backgrounds and globally distributed specialist delivery teams. This provides enterprise-level thinking and governance, alongside scalable, production-ready solutions that deliver measurable impact. Works with organisations tackling digital transformation, AI adoption, operational improvement, and complex technology delivery challenges. If you are facing a complex problem and want a practical, execution-led approach, feel free to connect.

Experience

  • Chief Executive Officer EMEA at SystemsX
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    Operational leadership and execution Delivery governance and scale Executive stakeholder engagement Executive sponsor for delivery, partners, and key stakeholders

  • Executive Leader | AI & Digital Transformation | Commercial Execution at Full-time
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    Focused on solving real business problems through execution-led digital transformation and AI, delivering measurable commercial outcomes with world-class global delivery.

  • Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at VerityX
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    Commercial strategy and go-to-market leadership Strategic partnerships and pre-sales Executive-level client engagement Senior executive sponsor for key clients and stakeholders Shape consulting offerings across digital transformation, AI, data, cyber, and enterprise technology

  • Head of Programme Management at dnata Travel Group
    Sep 2022 - Nov 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos

  • Portfolio head - Airline Operations at Emirates
    Nov 2014 - Sep 2022 · 7 yrs 11 mos

    Technology Management for 7 key business areas across airline and airport operations. Influential leader in delivering digital transformation resulting in reduced costs, improved efficiency and greater quality assurance. Systems & Areas include: - Pilot Mobility, Cabin Crew Systems, Passenger Journey, Network Control, Day of Operations, Safety, Training, Regulatory & Compliance, Document Management