Kirk Ball

Seasoned technology executive and current CIO of Worldpay, known for leading cloud migrations, AI initiatives, carve-outs, and building high-performing IT organizations during spinouts and M&A readiness.

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Oct 13, 2025 • 24min

Building a Scalable Tech Org at Worldpay: Kirk Ball’s Carve-Out Playbook

Kirk Ball, a seasoned technology executive and the CIO of Worldpay, shares insights into building a high-performing IT organization during a carve-out. He discusses tripling the IT team while navigating a shift from IPO to M&A, emphasizing the importance of transparency and inclusion in tech culture. Kirk highlights the role of AI in enhancing productivity and his strategies for cloud adoption. He also touches on the significance of planning for integration with Global Payments and the potential of quantum computing in the future.

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