Markland Starkie

Senior Advisor

Markland is a senior advisor for FMA’s digital transformation team, having previously established digital transformation as one of FMA's core services while working as Director of Digital. He specialises in leading and coaching teams to build digital content, products and services at scale.

Markland joined FMA from the UK Government Digital Service, where he undertook leadership roles including Deputy Director for GOV.UK. At GOV.UK, he played a key role in the coordination and delivery of guidance and services during two major events - COVID-19 pandemic and Brexit - both requiring new approaches to cross-government working in order to support citizens and businesses. 

With 15 years of digital experience in UK public service, Markland has been heavily involved in user-centred design, product management and the principles of digital reform to deliver standards and governance frameworks that help organisations meet their digital objectives.