Karl houghton
Associate Director - Head of Consulting Services
Karl has been an integral part of MBSL since joining in 1999 to lead the Consulting Services Division with expertise and dedication. Karl is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA) with over 20 years post qualification experience and has significant senior level exposure with a portfolio of both public and private sector clients. Additionally, Karl is a Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO), advocating strongly for Data Protection, Privacy, and Cybersecurity.
Karl’s specialist knowledge in Information Security is demonstrated by his successful leadership in achieving MBSL's ISO27001 Certification. His IT proficiency is further highlighted by the implementation of numerous ERP and financial software packages, including SAP, Hyperion, Yardi, and Sage for clients. Known for his problem-solving skills and commitment to exceeding client expectations, Karl consistently goes the extra mile to ensure outstanding results for clients.
Outside of his professional endeavours, Karl enjoys quality time with his wife and three children. He has a keen appreciation for both fine art and street art, and he enjoys immersing himself in contemporary music. Always ready to fire up the BBQ, Karl brings the same energy to his personal life as he does to his professional one.