Meet Elaine Bucknor, our new board member
We are delighted to announce that Elaine Bucknor is joining our board of directors. With an extraordinary career spanning over 25 years in the technology sector, Elaine brings an exceptional blend of technological insight, strategic leadership, and cybersecurity expertise, to the Hoptroff team.
As the former Group Director of Technology Strategic Services and Group Chief Information Security Officer for Sky, Elaine has led on the company’s technology strategy, driving the execution of large-scale multinational tech initiatives and spearheading cyber strategy. Her leadership in Sky’s Executive Technology team was pivotal in driving the organisation towards technological innovation, ensuring growth, efficiency, and resilience.
Beyond her extensive experience at Sky, she also contributes her expertise as a strategic advisor for PwC, a Non-Executive Director at Darktrace and Notting Hill Genesis, and serves as Operating Partner at Digital Gravity Infrastructure Partners. Her keen insights and strategic guidance have consistently navigated businesses through the complex landscape of cybersecurity and technology.
Elaine’s appointment to the Hoptroff Board underscores the company's commitment to harnessing its cutting-edge technology to drive scalable growth in disruptive markets. Her unparalleled understanding of technology's lifecycle and her unwavering dedication to transforming conventional tech into innovative modern solutions make her an invaluable asset to Hoptroff's mission.
David Hulbert, Chairman at Hoptroff, comments, “It is an honour to welcome Elaine to Hoptroff. Her wealth of experience as a technology leader and cybersecurity expert will greatly enrich our capabilities as we continue to lead the charge in revolutionising accurate timing solutions across an array of global industries.
“Elaine’s deep understanding of propelling growth in highly disruptive markets aligns seamlessly with our strategic goals, and we are excited to leverage her expertise to propel Hoptroff towards even greater success.
On her appointment, Elaine Bucknor comments, “The initial magnetism of Hoptroff came from the prospect of joining an exceptionally dynamic team of seasoned technology professionals coming from a multitude of industries. The company’s innovative approach to timing solutions presents an exciting opportunity to disrupt the status quo of a complex and challenging industry.”
“I am eager to use my expertise in driving growth across international markets to solidify Hoptroff as the premier global provider of accurate, smart timing technologies.”
