I’m George O’Dowd — Fractional Head of IT and founder of GEOD.
With over 20 years’ experience, including building and exiting an IT and cybersecurity firm, I bring practical, commercial judgement to the technology decisions that matter.
I help growing businesses make confident IT decisions by providing senior leadership, oversight and risk management on a part-time basis — without hiring a full-time Head of IT.
What I Bring
Built, scaled and exited an IT and cybersecurity firm — firsthand experience of how tech decisions land commercially and operationally.
20+ years guiding organisations through complex IT, vendor and security decisions in live environments.
Broad, practical capability across infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity and service delivery — independent of any single vendor.
Experience in regulated and risk-sensitive sectors (including healthcare, aviation, finance and public sector).
Commercially focused IT leadership: balancing risk, cost and long-term resilience.
Clear communication: translating technical complexity into business decisions leaders can act on.
Owners, directors and operational leaders who want clearer oversight and direction for IT.
Businesses that rely heavily on technology but don’t need (or can’t justify) a full-time Head of IT.
Organisations with internal IT, an MSP, or a mix of providers who need senior leadership and decision support.
Leadership teams navigating growth, change, increased cyber risk or major technology decisions.
Businesses that want fewer IT surprises, better visibility and more confident decisions.
Who I Typically Work With
If you’re unsure whether your current IT setup is supporting the business, exposing you to unnecessary risk, or simply costing more than it should, a short conversation can help bring clarity.