Profile Page For David Bryan


Details

  • Full Name: David Julian Bryan
  • Professional title: Managing Director
  • Address: Opace Ltd, Park House, Bristol Rd South, Rubery, Birmingham, West Midlands, B45 9AH
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: 0845 017 7661
David Bryan

Biography and professional background

David Bryan is currently the business owner and Managing Director at Opace Ltd. With over two decades of experience in software engineering, web design, technology consulting, and digital marketing, David has carved out a reputation as an expert in helping businesses leverage technology solutions to drive measurable business results.

David holds a degree in Software Engineering from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth, and began his career working with global consulting firms such as Capgemini and CSC (computer Sciences Corporation). David built his career providing business and IT consulting services to blue-chip clients across various sectors including Financial Services, Manufacturing, FMCG, and Retail. During his time at Capgemini, David took on significant consulting roles on multi-million pound IT projects for government clients, including NHS, HMRC, the National Policing Improvement Agency, Local Police, the Office for Criminal Justice Reform, and the Home Office (Criminal Justice IT). These large-scale initiatives allowed David to gain invaluable experience, where he managed teams and delivered technology strategies aimed at improving efficiency and public service delivery.

In 2009, David launched Opace Ltd., a Birmingham-based digital agency that focuses on open source web development, eCommerce solutions, and digital marketing. Since then, he’s led Opace in helping clients—from local businesses to national brands—achieve tangible benefits through strategic digital marketing solutions. By specialising in open source, Opace has been able to offer clients cost-effective and flexible solutions that adapt to changing business needs, without being tied into propriety solutions and unnecessary contracts.

Today, David is at the forefront of emerging technologies, including cryptocurrency, blockchain, and artificial intelligence, exploring how these innovations can redefine traditional business models and create new opportunities for efficiency and growth. His commitment to open source and cutting-edge tech continues to fuel his work, pushing him to question established norms and envision the future of business technology. David’s deep industry knowledge and forward-thinking approach make him a trusted advisor for companies looking to navigate the complexities of digital transformation in a world where technology is evolving faster than ever before.

Expertise:

  • Open Source Software
  • Generative AI (OpenAI, Adobe Firefly & ElevenLabs)
  • Crypto & Blockchain
  • Joomla, Magento & WordPress
  • Web Development & eCommerce
  • SEO, PPC & Digital Marketing
  • Training Delivery & Team Leadership
  • Business/IT Consulting
  • Business Change Management
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • IT Governance
  • IS/IT Strategy & Roadmapping

Education and credentials:

  • HABC Level 3/4 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTLLS) (QCF) from Bournville College (2014)
  • Certified in ITIL Service Delivery Management (2007)
  • Capgemini Enterprise Architecture Framework (2007)
  • Capgemini Technology Consulting (2007) 
  • Capgemini Certified Software Engineer (2006)
  • Macromedia Dreamweaver Certification (2005)
  • BEng Hons (First Class), Software Engineering from Aberystwyth University (2000 – 2004)

Relevant work experience:

  • Managing Director at Opace Ltd. (2009 – Present)
  • Enterprise Architect at CSC (2008 – 2009)
  • Enterprise Architect at Capgemini (2007 – 2008)
  • Business Process Analyst at Capgemini (2006 – 2007)
  • Business Change Manager at Capgemini (Apr 2005 – Oct 2006)
  • Implementation Consultant & Web Apps Developer at MVI Technology (Jun 2003 – Apr 2005)
  • E-Business Analyst at MG Rover (May 2001 – Sep 2001)

Accreditations and certifications:

  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git Specialisation (2023)
  • Google Digital Garage: Fundamentals of Digital Marketing (2023)
  • Various certifications from Hubspot, Semrush, The Linux Foundation, Google, and IBM (2023)
  • Google Partner (2003)
  • Clutch Leadership renewed (2023) – Top Full-Service Digital Company, Top SEO Company, Top PPC Company, Top Digital Design Company, Top Magento Company, Top E-Commerce Developers, and Top Web Design Company in Birmingham
  • UKITA Quality Mark, UK IT Association (UKITA) (Jun 2015)
  • Renewed certification with CompTIA TrustMark+ when it took over the AccreditUK eMedia and eCommerce scheme (2013)
  • Helped to develop and test the Accredit UK Trustmark+ scheme for eMedia and eCommerce.

Web design & development skills:

  • HTML / DHTML (Javascript and CSS)
  • PHP and open-source web development frameworks
  • Java / J2EE (JSPs, Servlets and JSP Tags)
  • Apache Tools / Frameworks, MySQL, (Tomcat, Ant, Struts)
  • SQL for Oracle and SQL Server

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