Neil Johnson has extensive experience in leadership roles and is Chairman of Electra Private Equity Plc. In 2021 he was appointed Chair of Hostmore plc, a listed company that includes the hospitality brands, Fridays and 63+1st.
He joined Electra as Non-Executive Chairman and Director and later took on the role of Executive Chairman. Neil also heads up Electra’s Nominations Committee.
Neil is also Chairman of QinetiQ and Deputy Chairman of Business Growth Fund (BGF). He is the former Chairman of Motability Operations Group Plc, Synthomer Plc, Tenon Group, Hornby, Umeco and Centaur Media Plc. He was Chairman of Cybit Plc and steered the business through IPO and its eventual sale to a US private equity firm in 2010. Neil also served as Chairman of e2v plc until it was acquired by Teledyne in 2016.
After Sandhurst and an early career in the British Army, Neil worked at Director level at British Leyland and Jaguar and these roles laid the foundations for his corporate success. At Jaguar he was worldwide Sales and Marketing Director. He was later CEO of the RAC.
Betwen 1985 and...Neil Johnson has extensive experience in leadership roles and is Chairman of Electra Private Equity Plc. In 2021 he was appointed Chair of Hostmore plc, a listed company that includes the hospitality brands, Fridays and 63+1st.
He joined Electra as Non-Executive Chairman and Director and later took on the role of Executive Chairman. Neil also heads up Electra’s Nominations Committee.
Neil is also Chairman of QinetiQ and Deputy Chairman of Business Growth Fund (BGF). He is the former Chairman of Motability Operations Group Plc, Synthomer Plc, Tenon Group, Hornby, Umeco and Centaur Media Plc. He was Chairman of Cybit Plc and steered the business through IPO and its eventual sale to a US private equity firm in 2010. Neil also served as Chairman of e2v plc until it was acquired by Teledyne in 2016.
After Sandhurst and an early career in the British Army, Neil worked at Director level at British Leyland and Jaguar and these roles laid the foundations for his corporate success. At Jaguar he was worldwide Sales and Marketing Director. He was later CEO of the RAC.
Betwen 1985 and 1989 Neil was seconded to the UK Ministry of Defence and commanded the 4th Royal Green Jackets Battlegroup in 12th Armoured Brigade.
On returning to industry, Neil joined the main board of Rover Group Plc and was responsible for British Aerospace’s car business in Europe. Following his success in this role, Neil was appointed Director General of the Engineering Employers’ Federation. He went on to establish British American Business, Inc., an organisation that set out to promote transatlantic trade.
Neil has been an Independent Member of the Metropolitan Policy Authority, an advisor to the Prime Minister on the Citizen’s Charter and was a member of a Ministry of Defence Advisory Board.moreless
In early 2022 Electra Private Equity plans to list on AIM and will be renamed Unbound. Neil Johnson will become non-executive Chairman of the new company.
Land Rover (now Jaguar Land Rover) is an international automotive manufacturing and technology company. With the use of their leading and innovative technology JLR provides first-class vehicles globally. JLR employs over 40,000 people across the world and supports another 260,000 through retailers, suppliers and local businesses.
The RAC provides a large range of driving products and services, including breakdown cover (in the UK and Europe), car insurance, travel information and car maintenance savings.
The British Army is tasked with protecting the United Kingdom’s interests at home and abroad. Also known as Her Majesty’s Armed Forces, the military is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for all British citizens.
Jaguar (now Jaguar Land Rover or JLR) is an international automotive manufacturing and technology company. With the use of their leading and innovative technology JLR provides first-class vehicles globally. JLR employs over 40,000 people across the world and supports another 260,000 through retailers, suppliers and local businesses.
Formerly known as the Engineering Employers' Federation, the EEF was originally a 'Union' of Employers. It became 'Make UK' and advocates for engineering & manufacturing businesses in the UK.
British American Business is an exclusive members’ organisation that works to create networking opportunities for its members. It features events and programs for members to exchange business interests, discuss policy, and meet with leaders in government, business, and NGOs.
QinetiQ Group plc employs scientists and engineers to provide customers the highest expertise in advice, services and technology-based products. The company engages primarily with clients in the defence and security industries.
The Business Growth Fund has provided support to more than 300 companies across all sectors of the UK economy. The BGF provides flexible funding, fresh thinking and helpful introductions to clients.
Cybit Holdings Plc developed GPS tracking software and offers consultancy services for businesses that want to improve their efficiency. It is a subsidiary of Masternaut UK, a company that provides an extensive portfolio of vehicle tracking and mobile solutions.
Centaur Media owns digital and print brands such as The Lawyer, Marketing Week, Celebrity Intelligence and Money Marketing. The company has offices in London, Bromsgrove, New York and Singapore.
Teledyne e2v is a leader in specialised components and subsystems for solutions in medical, science, aerospace, defence and industrial applications worldwide.
Motability Operations Ltd is the UK’s largest car leasing company, committed to bringing mobility to over 600,000 disabled people through Motability Car Scheme, the Motability Powered Wheelchair and Scooter Scheme
Neil served as a member of a Ministry of Defence Advisory Board.
Metropolitan Police Authority
Independent Member
London, UK
The Metropolitan Police Authority was the local police authority responsible for the quality of and supporting the work of the Metropolitan Police Service, the police force for Greater London. The authority was dissolved in 2012 and has been replaced by the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime.
