IDHL has announced the appointment of Jonathan Healey to the newly created role of group technology director, a strategic appointment that will accelerate the next phase of IDHL’s advanced AI and technology innovation across its suite of integrated digital services.
Reporting to chief executive officer Lewis Sellers, Jonathan will lead IDHL’s technology strategy across the organisation, with particular focus on delivery platforms and systems, AI advancement and optimisation, and the development of proprietary systems that are critical to IDHL’s future growth strategy.
The strengthened leadership team will enable clients to achieve faster outcomes, greater operational efficiency, and competitive advantage through innovative, high-impact AI and technology-based solutions.
Healey brings over 25 years of technology leadership experience and has been instrumental in IDHL’s evolution. Joining NetConstruct in 2007 – acquired by IDHL in 2013 – he rose to MD and quadrupled revenue during his tenure. In 2023 he was appointed joint MD of IDHL’s web & ecommerce division, successfully integrating five separate agencies into a single, unified offer – laying the foundation for the division’s continued growth.
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His deep expertise spans modern technology web platforms, along with comprehensive knowledge of software development, IT infrastructure, and platform architecture. His proven track record of heading cross-functional technology teams and managing complex systems implementation projects positions him ideally to spearhead IDHL’s technology and AI roadmap.
In his new role, Jonathan will oversee the company’s technology strategy across core operational systems, including IDHL’s proprietary technology platform, while driving rapid AI deployment and advances in technology-driven innovation to benefit IDHL’s people, clients and partners.
Jonathan Healey said: “The impact AI is having on the industry makes it an exciting time to take on this expanded role and help shape IDHL’s future through further enhancement of our tech offer. During my 17-year journey with IDHL, I’ve witnessed the transformational impact technology has had on both our internal capabilities and the exceptional results we deliver for clients. I’m looking forward to drawing on my experience and long-standing passion for AI to help drive our next phase of growth.”
Lewis Sellers, chief executive officer, IDHL, said: “Jonathan’s appointment as Group Technology Director marks a pivotal moment as we accelerate our position as an AI-powered business. With over 25 years of experience across IT, operations, systems development, and AI, he brings both deep technical expertise and a profound understanding of our business. Jonathan has consistently demonstrated innovation, leadership, and a relentless focus on operational excellence – making him the ideal person to lead the next phase of our technology evolution and AI-focused strategy.”
The appointment builds on IDHL’s strong foundation as a technology-enabled business and the company’s continued strategic growth and innovation following the recent acquisition of The MTM Agency.
