Howard Johnston

Howard Johnston is an experienced Account Manager specializing in the public sector and defense, currently working at Mimecast since June 2022. In this role, responsibilities include securing renewals and increasing revenue from a diverse client base, including the Ministry of Defence and various government entities in the South and West of England. Prior to Mimecast, Howard held a position at Sophos from January 2008 to May 2022, focusing on driving revenue growth and client retention within a fixed list of public sector clients in the UK. Additional experience includes roles in channel sales and business development across multiple companies, including Star Internet, Clearswift, and MessageLabs, as well as an academic background with a BA Hons in French and Business from The University of Sheffield.