Karl Hampson

Karl Hampson is CTO for Data & AI at Valtech Europe, leading Generative AI capabilities across the region. With over 35 years of experience, including early public sector consulting, he helps organisations harness AI to improve services and deliver measurable outcomes. A former AI entrepreneur, Karl is a trusted advisor on strategic AI adoption, from agentic AI to large-scale transformation. He recently served as executive sponsor for GDS’s implementation of Google AI Search on GOV.UK. At Valtech, he supports clients across sectors—healthcare to welfare—driving innovation that enhances public engagement and operational efficiency.