Freesat has new director of product and technology development

James Strickland has today been appointed the director of product and technology development of Freesat, the UK’s free-to-air digital satellite TV service.

James will be joining Freesat from Cisco, where he was director of IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) Business Development for Europe and emerging markets. James has extensive experience in product marketing, management and business development, working for companies such as OpenTV and Pace Micro Technology.

At Freesat, James will play a key role in developing, implementing and managing Freesat’s digital receiver product strategy and will lead the delivery of the organisation’s innovation objectives.

Commenting on the new appointment of James Strickland, Emma Scott, Freesat’s MD said; “James brings a wealth of experience from a range of fields, and is well-placed to help Freesat in the next stages of its development.”

Strickland will take up his post in the Autumn.