Karl Connor — Transformation Consultant & AI Founder

I help large enterprises deliver complex transformation programmes, and I build AI products that give growing businesses an unfair advantage. Programme Director with 15+ years' experience in PRINCE2 and SAFe Agile delivery at Barclays, LSEG, Lloyds Banking Group, Capita, and Computacenter.

Three Pillars of Expertise

Transformation Consultancy

For Large Corporates. Enterprise-grade programme delivery and transformation consultancy. Drawing on leadership roles at Barclays, London Stock Exchange Group, Lloyds Banking Group, Capita, and Computacenter.

  • Digital & Technology Transformation
  • Strategic Implementation & Delivery
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Operating Model Design
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Blue Squircle AI — AI-Powered Project Management

For SMEs. AI-powered project management platform built for growing businesses. Enterprise-level project intelligence — from agentic task management and risk detection to automated status reports — without the enterprise price tag. Free for up to 3 users.

  • Agentic AI Project Management
  • Risk Detection & Forecasting
  • Automated Status Reports
  • Free for Up to 3 Users
Explore Blue Squircle AI Visit bluesquircle.com

SeeJo AI — AI Discovery & Visibility Platform

For Website Owners. SeeJo optimises your website for AI systems like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude — alongside traditional search engines. Covering SEO, Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO), and Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO). Free plan available.

  • AI Readiness Scoring
  • AI Crawler Analysis
  • Content Clarity Scoring
  • SEO & SERP Tracking
  • Autonomous Site Optimisation
Explore SeeJo AI Visit seejo.ai

How I Work

Karl Connor brings a structured, outcome-driven approach to every engagement — whether leading a multi-year enterprise transformation or building an AI product from the ground up.

  1. Discover: Deep-dive into your current state, constraints, and objectives.
  2. Design: Shape a clear transformation roadmap with measurable outcomes.
  3. Deliver: Execute with rigour, transparency, and pace.
  4. Sustain: Embed lasting capability so the organisation thrives beyond the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Karl Connor do?

Karl Connor is a transformation consultant and programme director who delivers large-scale technology and organisational change programmes for global enterprises. He also founded Blue Squircle AI and SeeJo AI.

What industries does Karl Connor work in?

Financial Services, Professional Services, IT Infrastructure Services & Resellers, Local Government, Central Government, and SMEs, with leadership experience at Barclays, London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), Lloyds Banking Group, Capita, and Computacenter.

What is Blue Squircle AI?

Blue Squircle is an AI-native strategic portfolio management platform that connects strategy, capacity, risk, and delivery — replacing fragmented tools like Jira, Clarity, and static reporting. Features include agentic AI, risk prediction, and portfolio management. Free for up to 3 users, from £9/seat/month.

What is SeeJo AI?

SeeJo AI is an AI Discovery & Visibility Platform that optimises websites to be found, understood, and cited by AI systems like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude. Plans: Free (£0), Starter (£29/mo), Professional (£69/mo), Agency (£299/mo).

Is Karl Connor available for contract or permanent roles?

Yes, Karl is available for both permanent and contract roles, inside or outside IR35. Based in Nantwich, Cheshire, United Kingdom.

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