Lee-Jon Ball
Lee-Jon Ball shouldn’t even be working in business. Having started work in sales, then journalist, then a twice weekly DJ gig, he fortunately remembered he was training as a scientist. After getting a PhD in chemistry, a small bump led him in to building technology within Financial Services. Consequently he believes the best things come from the most random places.
Lee-Jon was the first employee of Alliants, and works with all sizes of companies in innovation, analytics and technology. He’s recently worked with brands like Expedia, Four Seasons, Notonthehighstreet.com, AIG, as well as helping many startups get their technology and product off the ground.
Working as a consultant and mentor requires a combination of technical ability, listening, and creativity. Not only to imagine what hasn’t been imagined - but to understand how it can be brought to life.
“Although working with big brands creates high impact work, the most rewarding work comes from helping people get their first ideas off the ground. There’s nothing more exciting to me than seeing others succeed.”