Nick Appleyard

European Space Agency Head of Downstream Business Applications

Summary

Nick Appleyard is a highly accomplished professional known for his expertise in connecting technologies, businesses, and individuals to promote innovation.
He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Birmingham and a BA in Physics and Theoretical Physics from the University of Cambridge.
Nick has held key positions in various prestigious organizations including being the Head of Space Solutions at the European Space Agency (ESA). Prior to this, he served as the Chief Technical Advisor at Sustainabubbles and as the Deputy Director for Government Partnerships at Innovate UK.
His extensive professional journey also includes roles such as Non-Executive Director and Trustee at Good Things Foundation, Non-Executive Director at Digital Catapult, and Head of Digital Economy at Innovate UK.
Nick's career history further encompasses positions like Non-Executive Director at Westmill Wind Farm, Lead Technologist at Innovate UK, and Strategic Development Manager at Surface Technology Systems.
His early career roles involved being an Etch Physicist at Trikon Technologies and holding Research Fellow positions at esteemed institutions including the University of Cambridge, University of Exeter, CEA - Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives, and University of Warwick.