John Abbott

John Abbott is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in digital transformation and product strategy across various sectors. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Satellite Applications Catapult since October 2023, John previously held key leadership roles, including Head of Digital/CIO at Public Investment Fund Projects and Director of Digital, Data and Technology at HM Land Registry, where John led a team of over 500 in delivering user-centered services. John's background includes significant contributions at Ordnance Survey, where John drove product strategy for digital offerings and managed innovation initiatives, alongside earlier experience in product management at Mimecast and consultancy roles in tech strategy. Educational qualifications include an MBA from Imperial College London and advanced degrees in computing and psychology.