Richard Jacklin
About Richard Jacklin
Richard Jacklin is the Principal Business Development Manager for Digital Transformation & Standardisation at NI, with over 30 years of experience in wireless cellular, satellite, and fibre-based communications.
Career at National Instruments
Richard Jacklin currently serves as the Principal Business Development Manager - Digital Transformation & Standardisation at NI (National Instruments). Based in Newbury, England, he focuses on enhancing digital transformation initiatives and standardisation processes. His role involves leveraging his extensive background and expertise to drive business development and support the company's objectives in the digital domain.
Previous Positions and Experience
Richard Jacklin has an extensive career spanning over 30 years across various organizations in the communications and technology sector. He worked at PPM Test as Sales Director from 2019 to 2022, focusing on sales strategies and market growth. At ViaLite Communications, he served as Global Sales Director from 2017 to 2022, where he expanded global market reach. Jacklin also held the position of EMEAI D&I Regional Sales Director at Keysight Technologies from 2015 to 2017 and was the Business Development Director at Anite from 2007 to 2015. His entrepreneurial venture includes owning Spectral Electronics from 2003 to 2006. Earlier in his career, he worked as the Cellular Business Director at RFI Global Services Limited, Baseband Manager at Samsung, and Senior Engineer at Ericsson.
Educational Background
Richard Jacklin earned a BEng(Hons) in Electronics from the University of Portsmouth, where he studied from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education at the Institute of Directors (IoD) with courses in the Role of the Director and the Board, and Finance for non-Financial Directors. Additionally, he completed a course in Managing in Organisations at The Open University. These educational qualifications have provided him with a robust foundation in electronics and management principles.
Expertise and Skills
With over 30 years of experience in wireless cellular, satellite, and fibre-based communications, Richard Jacklin brings a diverse skill set to his roles. His expertise includes sales management, leadership, business development, and technical proficiency in wireless and satellite technologies. He has significant experience in mobile network operator technologies and has contributed as a public speaker and editorial writer. Additionally, his skills extend to bid and RFQ management, performance management, marketing communications, and post-acquisition sales integration. Jacklin has also held board membership roles and participated in M&A activities, further showcasing his breadth of knowledge and experience.