Attributed to blending the technical art of the possible with business context, Adrian Joseph is one of the UK’s leading applied data and AI-focused technologists.

Adrian has over 20 years of experience in AI, big data, analytics, and digital strategy. He was recently the Chief Data and AI Officer at BT, leading 1,600 experts in advancing BT’s digital capabilities and fostering new data and AI-centric businesses.

From 2020-2023, he held the role of Expert Member of the UK AI Council, advising the Government on the national AI strategy.

Before BT, he was a senior Partner and Head of Data and AI at Ernst & Young. He spent over ten years at Google, holding various senior leadership roles focusing on cloud, digital and data science.

In June 2024, Allwyn, the operator of the UK National Lottery, appointed Adrian Joseph as a new non-executive director. He also holds a similar position at Direct Line Group and brings a wealth of experience in data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to his roles.