Newswise — Irvine, CA – (November 12, 2015) – Craig Boundy, CEO for Experian North America is the featured speaker for the November 18 Distinguished Speaker Series event hosted by the UCI Paul Merage School of Business. Boundy will share his insight on the important role big data plays in today’s economy and how data is being used as a force for good for consumers, businesses, government and society. The event will be held in the Merage School Auditorium from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary reception.
“At Experian, we value the long-standing partnership we have with the Merage School. It is a pleasure to have the opportunity to share not only my personal insights, but the vision of how Experian views the powerful role data can play in moving business and society forward,” said Boundy.
As CEO of Experian North America, Boundy is responsible for business lines including Credit Services and Decision Analytics, Consumer Services, Vertical Markets (Automotive, Health and Public Sector) and Marketing Services. He also serves as leader of the company’s Consumer Services business globally. Boundy joined Experian in November 2011 as Managing Director of Experian UK and Ireland. Prior to joining Experian, he was CEO of Logica in the United Kingdom. Boundy attended Lancaster University in the United Kingdom, graduating in management studies and German. He currently lives in Orange County, California.
“The commitment corporate leaders like Craig Boundy have shown the Merage School is indicative of the dedication they have to excellence and to influencing the education of our leaders of tomorrow,” said Eric Spangenberg, dean of the Merage School.
The annual Distinguished Speaker Series program highlights topics such as leadership perspectives, ethical frameworks, decision making practices, and innovation processes of top business leaders. The event attracts more than 300 corporate professionals, community leaders, Merage School students and alumni, faculty members and campus staff. General admission for Distinguished Speaker Series events is $50. For more information or to register online visit http://www.merage.uci.edu/go/dss.
About ExperianExperian is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients around the world. They help businesses manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making. They also help people to check their credit report and credit score, and protect against identity theft. In 2015, Experian was named by Forbes magazine as one of the “World’s Most Innovative Companies.” Experian employs approximately 17,000 people in 38 countries. The corporate headquarters is located in Dublin, Ireland, with operational headquarters in Nottingham, UK; California, US; and São Paulo, Brazil. To find out more visit http://www.experianplc.com.
About The Paul Merage School of Business at UC IrvineThe Paul Merage School of Business at UC Irvine combines the academic strengths and best traditions of the University of California with the cutting-edge, entrepreneurial spirit of Orange County. Located in the heart of America’s Tech Coast, the Merage School offers four dynamic MBA programs – plus Ph.D., undergraduate business and several specialized Master’s degrees. The School also features seven Centers of Excellence, an Executive Education program and a variety of conferences and colloquia for students and the business community at large to enhance their education experience and update their professional expertise. The Merage School consistently ranks among the top 10 percent of accredited business schools in the U.S., and boasts a world-class faculty, strong alumni network and close individual and corporate relationships. For more information visit http://www.merage.uci.edu.
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