Biographies

John is an internationally driven, senior executive with experience that extends to strategic and operational roles within governments and business, large and small. Representing the UK Government internationally, the work has involved digital transformation programmes, procurement reform, trade and investment and government affairs. This includes successful leadership of multi-million pound international programme delivering innovative digital projects in Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, South Africa and Thailand. Smart and Sustainable Cities – John has built and developed highly effective international relationships with overseas governments, multilateral NGOs and international businesses, including OECD, ITU, UN Agencies and The World Bank, with a focus on smart and sustainable cities gaining an understanding of international standards (ISO37106) and how to align to local requirements. John has worked extensively over his career helping technology start-ups and has a passion for the environment with a focus on ESG and Smart Cities working closely with the UN and its Sustainable Development Goals.