John combines innovative thought with deep expertise across business, regulation and government, to help clients successfully address novel and complex regulatory issues. He holds trusted advisor relationships with business leaders across all sectors of the economy in various jurisdictions. At Fingleton, he has built a talented team who advise on diverse matters with great outcomes for clients.
John is a frequent speaker on competition, consumer protection and regulation as well as contributing to significant policy developments. He was on the Board of UK Research and Innovation and was Senior Independent Member of the Council of Innovate UK until 2024. He is a Trustee of the Centre for Economic Policy Research. In 2022, John received a CBE for his services to the economy and innovation.
Prior to founding Fingleton, John was Chief Executive of the Office of Fair Trading from 2005 to 2012, having previously run the Irish Competition Authority. He has also chaired the International Competition Network and sat on the Competition Committee of the OECD.