Michael Burwell serves as the Chief Financial Officer at NIQ Global Intelligence PLC, a leading consumer intelligence company providing actionable insights to brands worldwide. With over 25 years of experience in finance and strategic leadership, Burwell has held senior roles at major global organizations. Prior to joining NIQ, he was CFO at Nielsen Holdings plc, where he played a pivotal role in the company's financial restructuring and merger with GfK, navigating complex market dynamics and driving sustainable growth. His earlier career included key positions at WPP plc, including Group Finance Director for Kantar, honing his expertise in media, data analytics, and international operations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Burwell's achievements include spearheading multimillion-dollar cost optimization initiatives, enhancing cash flow management, and supporting M&A activities that expanded market reach. At Nielsen, he led the finance function through a period of transformation, achieving significant improvements in EBITDA margins and investor confidence amid industry disruptions. Recognized for his strategic foresight, he has been instrumental in fostering data-driven decision-making and ESG integration in financial planning. In his current role at NIQ, Burwell oversees global finance operations, treasury, tax, and investor relations, ensuring robust financial health as the company innovates in AI-powered consumer intelligence. His leadership emphasizes agility, digital transformation, and long-term value creation, positioning NIQ for continued leadership in the competitive intelligence landscape.