White Pearl Technology Group AB Appoints Stephen Nurcombe-Thorne as SVP of AI, Data Science and Blockchain
White Pearl Technology Group AB (Nasdaq First North: WPTGB, OTC: WPTGF), a global leader in digital transformation solutions, today announced the appointment of Stephen Nurcombe-Thorne as Senior Vice President of AI, Data Science and Blockchain. This strategic promotion reflects WPTG's commitment to strengthening its leadership in emerging technologies and positions the company for continued growth in these high-value domains.
Strategic Appointment
Nurcombe-Thorne, who previously served as Chief Architect & Solutions Director at WPTG, brings over 25 years of transformative leadership experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In his new role, he will lead WPTG's global initiatives in artificial intelligence, data science, and blockchain technologies, driving innovation and value creation for clients across all markets.
Marco Marangoni, CEO of White Pearl Technology Group, commented: "Stephen has been instrumental in shaping our technology strategy and delivering exceptional value to our clients. His promotion to SVP of AI, Data Science and Blockchain recognises both his contributions to date and the critical importance of these technologies to our future growth. Under Stephen's leadership, we expect to significantly accelerate our capabilities in these areas, creating differentiated solutions that address our clients' most complex challenges."
Proven Track Record
During his tenure at WPTG, Nurcombe-Thorne has played a pivotal role in transforming the organisation from a product-centric to a solution-focused approach. His leadership has been central to several key achievements:
- Led global innovation and transformation initiatives
- Established thought leadership programs that improved market positioning
- Developed and implemented groundbreaking AI solutions for fraud detection and operational optimisation
- Successfully built and led teams of industry and technical consultants across multiple geographies
Nurcombe-Thorne commented on his appointment: "I am honoured to take on this new role at such an exciting time for WPTG. The convergence of AI, data science, and blockchain technologies presents unprecedented opportunities for our clients to transform their operations and create new value. Our recent successes have demonstrated the power of these technologies, and I look forward to working with our talented teams to further enhance our capabilities and deliver innovative solutions that drive measurable impact for our clients worldwide."
Strategic Focus
In his new position, Nurcombe-Thorne will focus on:
- Expanding WPTG's AI and machine learning capabilities across all business units
- Developing proprietary frameworks and solutions in data science that address industry-specific challenges
- Exploring blockchain applications for supply chain, financial services, and public sector clients
- Building strategic partnerships with leading technology providers and research institutions
- Attracting and developing top talent in AI, data science, and blockchain technologies
This appointment aligns with WPTG's updated Vision 2028 strategic growth plan, which emphasises technological innovation as a key driver of future growth and profitability.
About White Pearl Technology Group AB
White Pearl Technology Group AB (WPTG) is a global technology company specialising in digital transformation solutions. With a presence in over 30 countries and a team of more than 750 experts, WPTG helps organisations navigate the complexities of the digital age, offering services ranging from ICT and system integration to business software and digital innovation.
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