Head of Marketing Insights and Technology

Timothy Spira is a highly accomplished digital strategist and marketing executive currently serving as the Head of Marketing Insight and Technology at Investec. In this role, he leads the integration of data science, omnichannel platforms, and artificial intelligence to drive group-wide growth and modernize marketing practices. With a deep background in the media sector, Timothy previously held several high-profile leadership positions, including Global Head of Digital Content at Investec, GM of Online at eNCA, and CEO of FinMedia24 at Media24. He is also a significant figure in the South African industry landscape, having served as the Publisher Portfolio Chair for IAB South Africa, where he was instrumental in shaping digital media regulation. An alumnus of the University of the Witwatersrand with an MBA and additional studies at HEC Paris, Timothy is a thought leader on the intersection of human creativity and AI, frequently advocating for education systems and business models that prioritize uniquely human qualities in an increasingly automated world.