John Duggan
About John Duggan
John Duggan serves as the Executive Vice President APAC at Daon, bringing over 20 years of experience in identity and biometric technology. He has held various leadership roles at Daon and other technology firms, demonstrating expertise in sales, business development, and operations across the Asia-Pacific region.
Current Role at Daon
John Duggan serves as the Executive Vice President for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Daon, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing Daon’s operations across South East Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. His responsibilities include sales, business development, solution delivery, customer service, and administration. Duggan's extensive experience in the identity and biometric technology sector informs his leadership and strategic direction within the company.
Previous Experience at Daon
Prior to his current position, John Duggan held several roles at Daon, including Vice President of Sales for Australia and New Zealand from 2014 to 2015, and Senior Vice President for South East Asia and ANZ from 2017 to 2024. He also served as a Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand from 2010 to 2014, and as a Solution Architect from 2007 to 2009. His tenure at Daon has contributed to a strong track record in negotiating new business agreements and managing operations in the region.
Career Background
John Duggan has over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, with a focus on identity technologies. Before joining Daon, he worked at Novell as a Technical Manager for one year and at Cybertrust as a Senior Security Consultant for three years. He also held positions as a Senior Software Engineer at Baltimore Technologies and as an R&D Software Engineer at Cards etc. His diverse background in technical and managerial roles has equipped him with significant commercial experience.
Educational Background
John Duggan graduated with an Honors Bachelor Degree in Mathematics from Trinity College Dublin, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. He also studied Legal Studies at Technological University Dublin, achieving a Diploma from 1995 to 1996. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in technology and business operations.
Community Involvement
In addition to his professional commitments, John Duggan volunteers as a lifesaver with his local surf club. This involvement reflects his dedication to community service and active lifestyle. He enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and engaging in outdoor activities.