We’re a British Data Awards 2026 Finalist

Terry McCann

30 March, 2026

We’re excited to announce that we’ve been named a Finalist at the British Data Awards 2026!

The British Data Awards is designed to discover and celebrate the UK’s best data success stories. This year, organisations taking part include fresh-faced start-ups, not-for-profits, technology unicorns, government departments, FTSE 100 heavyweights, and everything in between.

With a record 462 entries submitted for the sixth edition of the British Data Awards, competition to reach the finals was pretty tough, so we’re especially delighted to be announced as a Finalist.

Terry McCann, CEO at Advancing Analytics, said:

“We’re really pleased to be named a finalist in the Consultancy of the Year category at the British Data Awards 2026. It’s a brilliant reflection of the work our team does every day to help customers turn data and AI into something genuinely useful. We’ve built Advancing Analytics around deep expertise, strong partnerships, and a practical approach to solving real problems, so it’s fantastic to see that recognised.”

Learn more about the British Data Awards

Jason Johnson, Managing Director of Predatech and British Data Awards judge said, “I’d like to extend my congratulations to all the Finalists. The sheer ingenuity, ambition and impact demonstrated by the nominations has impressed the judging panel once again. I’m looking forward to showcasing the Finalists and their data success stories at the best night in data in May.”

This year the British Data Awards features a range of categories, including the ever competitive ‘Data for Good Initiative of the Year’ and ‘Innovation of the Year.’ Alongside categories designed to celebrate the achievements of organisations, the British Data Awards also showcase the role of individuals and teams, through categories like ‘Data Team of the Year’, ‘Data Leader of the Year’ and ‘Rising Star of the Year.’

About Advancing Analytics

Advancing Analytics is a specialist data and AI consultancy that helps organisations turn complex data challenges into measurable business outcomes across data strategy, engineering, analytics and artificial intelligence, with a team of 100+ people and clients spanning 15+ countries. We're now a Databricks Gold Partner in the Brickbuilder Partner Network, having previously achieved Elite status, and have also been recognised as a Pioneering Specialist Partner across three industries, reflecting the strength of our delivery, certifications and customer impact.

Key achievements include 11 Databricks Champions, 2 Databricks MVPs, a strong reputation as a Databricks delivery and training partner, and a market-leading community presence with 41K+ YouTube subscribers, 2.5M+ views, 350+ technical blogs, 100+ meetups hosted and 100+ conference and keynote sessions delivered.

Meet the Judges

The British Data Awards 2026 all-star judging panel includes:

  • Helen Blaikie: Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Aston University

  • Neil Carden: President, EMEA, Blend

  • Caroline Carruthers: CEO, Carruthers and Jackson

  • Chasey Davies-Wrigley: Head of Data and AI, Made Tech

  • Rob Holtom: Executive Director, Digital, Data & Tech, Information Commissioner’s Office

  • Asheeka Hyde: Technology Director – Data, Analytics & AI, SSP Group

  • Jason Johnson: Managing Director, Predatech

  • Matt Lovell: Group Director of Data & AI, JD Sports Fashion

  • Di Mayze: Chief Data & AI Officer, Marks & Spencer

  • Roisin McCarthy: CEO, Women in Data

  • Catarina Runa Miranda: Global AI Director, Pandora

  • Jonathan Moxham: Director of Data & Insight, British Red Cross

  • Sami Rahman: Head of AI Strategy & Solutions: DataArt

  • Professor Ed Rochead: Chair, Alliance for Data Science Professionals

  • Romit Sen: Chief Data & AI Officer, Allwyn UK

  • Sandra Stanley: Chief Data Science Officer, dunnhumby

  • Niresh Rajah: Chief Data & AI Officer, DLA Piper

  • Hannah Tipney: Senior Director, Precision Medicine Data & Analytics, GSK

  • Lucy Vickers: Chief Data Officer and Chief Statistician, Department of Health & Social Care

  • James Wright: Senior Director, Bioscript Group

Finalists will be celebrated, and winners announced, at an awards ceremony on the 20th of May at The Brewery, London.

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Terry McCann is CEO of Advancing Analytics, where he helps organisations turn complex data and AI challenges into practical outcomes.