Speakers

Dr. Odayne Haughton is a strategic data leader with a unique blend of public and private sector expertise in digital transformation across housing, banking, and education, championing data quality, data technologies, data strategy, and organisational transformation for more useful data. Currently leading the data governance function at Magna Housing, Odayne is responsible for establishing data ownership, shaping an enterprise-wide data governance framework, and enhancing data maturity to future-proof the organisation’s digital strategy. With a career rooted in change, inclusion, and policy delivery, Odayne has led and advised on data governance, protection, and integrity initiatives across 23 jurisdictions, bringing a uniquely global and culturally adaptive lens to the challenges of data in social housing sector.

Here in the UK, Odayne has worked on high-impact programmes within the Welsh Government, local authorities, and academia, driving innovation at the intersection of data, technology, and equity. He is known for turning data chaos into clarity, making data governance not just a compliance exercise but a culture-building enabler that unlocks storytelling and insight. His recent work includes developing a scalable data maturity model and supporting tool evaluation for long-term data quality. As a recognised contributor to international data conversations, Odayne is passionate about helping housing providers transform legacy systems and silos into trusted sources of truth that drive value, transparency, and better outcomes for tenants and communities.