Philps Evans MBE – Retired from the Public sector in 2013. Qualified as an accountant in 1978 and held various roles within Finance, IT, Property services and communications, including media. Experience of leading a multi-disciplinary department within a local authority. Represented Welsh Heads of ICT for many years, liaising with Welsh Government at the Director level. Advisor to WLGA for many years on ICT and related matters, particularly in the social services and education areas. Awarded MBE for service to the public sector in Wales.