Kurt Stephens

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About Kurt Stephens

Seasoned technology leader with 25+ years of experience driving operational resilience, service optimisation, technology governance and strategic transformation within Lloyds Banking Group.I bring deep infrastructure and cloud expertise, combined with commercial acumen and a pragmatic, data-led mindset - built through years of solving complex challenges across Private Cloud and Distributed Services.I specialise in translating technical risk into business opportunity, securing executive sponsorship for critical initiatives, and building governance frameworks that improve compliance, cost control, and performance at scale.Whether it’s leading currency life-cycle programs or embedding robust reporting and financial models, I thrive at the intersection of detail and direction.Trusted as a coach and collaborator across technical and business domains, I’ve helped shape teams, streamline processes, and embed continuous improvement through Agile delivery.Outside the office, I serve as Director of Competitions at Chorlton-cum-Hardy Golf Club and keep life delightfully busy with five cats, a love for theatre, travel, and football.