From Winning to Giving Back: How de Novo Solutions Founder Mark Sweeny is Championing the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

Success in business isn’t just about growth, it’s about giving back and paving the way for future generations. That’s exactly what Mark Sweeny, Founder & CEO of de Novo Solutions, is doing.

After being recognised as Technology Entrepreneur of the Year at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, Mark has now come full circle, not only scaling de Novo Solutions into a leading force in the UK tech industry but also sponsoring his award category at the Great British Entrepreneur Awards to support the next generation of innovators.

de Novo Solutions: A Welsh Tech Success Story

Founded with a mission to redefine digital transformation through Oracle Cloud and ServiceNow technologies, de Novo Solutions has grown rapidly, offering a credible alternative to large systems integrators and consultancies.

2024 was a milestone year for de Novo, achieving:

📈 £4.7M in revenue, with a forecast to more than double to £10M in 2025

💡 Expansion from 10 employees in 2023 to 105 in 2024

🏆️ Recognition as the 7th fastest-growing business in the UK by Elite Business

🔹 Growth in key sectors including government, education, and commercial industries

🌍️ Launch of a development centre in India, expanding global capabilities

But beyond financial success, de Novo Solutions has prioritised community impact, talent development, and long-term sustainability, making a real difference in the Welsh economy.