Neil Pennington

Neil Pennington is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of corporate experience in innovation and technology-enabled business, particularly in the European Energy sector.

After a successful career within a large European Energy Company, Neil transitioned into global entrepreneurial technology innovation, focusing on clean energy, asset trading, fintech, and blockchain.

Neil is a firm believer in empowering individuals through digital, decentralization, and Self-Sovereign Identity to create value and drive positive change on a local, virtual, and global scale.

He is an active advocate for ID2020, addressing issues related to legal identity for vulnerable populations worldwide, and frequently shares his insights on innovation, energy, and blockchain as a speaker and writer.

Neil holds an Executive MBA from the London Business School, a PhD in Electrical Engineering, and a BSc Hons in Physics from the University of Liverpool.

Throughout his career, Neil has held key roles in various organizations, including Co-Founder at CiveQ, Senior Advisor at IDONEUS, Strategic Adviser at Energy Web Foundation, and Founder at Pennovate Ltd, among others, demonstrating his diverse expertise and leadership in the industry.