Simon Longbottom
About Simon Longbottom
Simon Longbottom serves as the Vice President of International Growth at Adobe, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Microsoft, Google, and Nokia. He has a strong background in product management and marketing, with a focus on enhancing user experience and driving growth.
Current Role at Adobe
Simon Longbottom serves as the Vice President of International Growth at Adobe since 2022. In this role, he focuses on expanding Adobe's market presence and driving growth initiatives on a global scale. His current position is hybrid, allowing for a flexible work environment.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Longbottom worked at Microsoft as Senior Director of Product Management and Marketing from 2011 to 2015. During his tenure in the San Francisco Bay Area, he contributed to various product strategies and marketing initiatives, enhancing Microsoft's product offerings.
Career at Google and Nokia
At Google, Longbottom held the position of Senior Director of Product Management for Nest from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he worked at Nokia in multiple roles, including Vice President of Preventive Health and Vice President of New Product Development from 2015 to 2018. His experience at Nokia included a brief period as Interim CTO.
Educational Background
Longbottom studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education at London Business School, achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 2004 to 2006.
Achievements in Product Management
Longbottom played a significant role in the acquisition of Skype by Microsoft for $8.5 billion in 2012. He has over five years of experience leading Skype's direct-to-consumer revenue initiatives and has held various product management positions throughout his career.