Dan Wilson

Chief Data Officer

Dan Wilson leads marketing science, attribution, measurement innovation, and data strategy across Charlie Oscar’s portfolio.

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About Dan

Dan Wilson brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, data, and measurement to his role as CDO and Co-Founder of Charlie Oscar.

He started his journey with an Economics degree, then entered the digital marketing world at i-level, before going on to leadership roles in agencies such as Fetch, MEC, and DentsuX. He is passionate about rigorous measurement, attribution beyond last click, data innovation, mentor-ship, and integrating creative & analytical thinking to drive long-term brand growth.

Experience & Career

Role / Organisation Responsibilities & Focus Areas
Chief Data Officer & Co-Founder, Charlie Oscar Leads measurement strategy, marketing science, full funnel attribution, and integration of group brands under a unified data & insight framework.
Previous senior & leadership roles Dan held senior data/tech roles at agencies including Fetch, MEC, DentsuX, and i-level.
Education BSc in Economics, University of Bath.

Articles, Insights & Publications

External Publications

Dan Wilson brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, data, and measurement to his role as CDO and Co-Founder of Charlie Oscar.

He started his journey with an Economics degree, then entered the digital marketing world at i-level, before going on to leadership roles in agencies such as Fetch, MEC, and DentsuX. He is passionate about rigorous measurement, attribution beyond last click, data innovation, mentor-ship, and integrating creative & analytical thinking to drive long-term brand growth.

Charlie Oscar Thought Leadership

Dan Wilson brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, data, and measurement to his role as CDO and Co-Founder of Charlie Oscar.

He started his journey with an Economics degree, then entered the digital marketing world at i-level, before going on to leadership roles in agencies such as Fetch, MEC, and DentsuX. He is passionate about rigorous measurement, attribution beyond last click, data innovation, mentor-ship, and integrating creative & analytical thinking to drive long-term brand growth.

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When Do Non-Incremental Channels Become Incremental?

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Oct 2025

From Google to GPT: What AEO Means for Advertising

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Skills, Expertise & Focus Areas

  • Marketing science & measurement
  • Full-funnel attribution and incrementality
  • Predictive modelling & growth analytics
  • Data innovation & technology integration
  • Optimization of creators / influencer marketing around measurement
  • Bridging creative + data teams
  • Strategy for long-term brand growth

Recognition & Rewards

  • PMW powerlist
  • Information Age Top Data Leaders & Influencers
  • Campaign Thought Leaders
  • Campaign 30 under 30

Get in touch

Want to talk data strategy, measurement, or attribution? Reach out to Dan or the Charlie Oscar data & measurement team
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