New Chief Product Officer to boost UK business opportunities

Lisa Hazelden

Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Hazelden as its new Chief Product Officer (CPO).

Lisa brings years of experience in product development and management and will spearhead Innovate UK’s efforts to support UK businesses in their drive for innovation and growth.

As CPO, Lisa will be responsible for developing and implementing product strategies that align with Innovate UK’s mission to drive economic growth and create high-value jobs across the UK.

Strong focus on technology and innovation

Lisa will work closely with Innovate UK’s partners and stakeholders to identify and support the development of new products and services that have the potential to transform the UK economy.

Commenting on the appointment, Indro Mukerjee, Chief Executive Officer of Innovate UK, said:

I am delighted to welcome Lisa as Innovate UK’s Chief Product Officer.

Lisa is an experienced executive, with a track record of developing and delivering products and services and extensive successful marketing and engagement experience across many sectors.

Together, we will develop a world-leading product and services portfolio to help innovative UK businesses grow and succeed.

Innovative and dynamic businesses

Lisa added:

I am thrilled to be joining Innovate UK at such an exciting time for the organisation.

The UK is home to some of the world’s most innovative and dynamic businesses.

I am committed to working with them and the wider Innovate UK system, to create new opportunities for growth and success.

Top image:  Credit: Lisa Hazelden

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