Ray Byard
(FCMA, CGMA)
Network Co-Founder
CFO-Level Global Technology Finance, M&A and Transformation Specialist
OVERVIEW
Ray is a senior technology finance specialist with deep experience delivering financial control, M&A execution and transformation governance across global banking and financial services. Working closely with CIOs, COOs and ExCo stakeholders, he has delivered some of the most complex and high-value technology programmes in the sector — building the financial frameworks, governance structures and teams that translate strategic intent into controlled, measurable delivery.
Ray's value is greatest in high-stakes environments — large-scale technology divestments, transformation programmes and finance function builds in complex, regulated settings that demand both pace and executive-level credibility. He combines deep financial rigour with the judgement to build frameworks that hold up under pressure and deliver measurable value at scale.
KEY CREDENTIALS
Implemented M&A financial frameworks portfolio across 23 countries, comprising investment appraisal, Transaction Service Agreements and stranded cost analysis
Led greenfield financial governance across $2.3bn global strategic investment, driving $1.5bn in sustainable run-rate savings
Managed technology finance portfolios of $200m–$4bn+, with ownership of planning, cost transparency, recharge methodologies and ExCo reporting across 30+ global programmes
Built and implemented finance teams of up to 55 FTEs from greenfield positions
KEY ORGANISATIONS
HSBC
Barclays
UBS
BNP Paribas
NatWest Bank
PWC

