Marcus Kneen
About Marcus Kneen
Marcus Kneen serves as the Interim Chief Executive Officer at SnapDragon Monitoring Ltd, having previously held various financial and leadership roles in multiple companies. He has extensive experience in finance and management, notably increasing sales and expanding international presence during his tenure at IndigoVision.
Current Role at SnapDragon Monitoring
Marcus Kneen serves as the Interim Chief Executive Officer at SnapDragon Monitoring Ltd, a position he has held since 2023. His leadership role involves overseeing the company's strategic direction and operational management. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, Kneen is responsible for guiding the organization through its current initiatives and ensuring alignment with its business objectives.
Previous Experience in Finance and Management
Marcus Kneen has extensive experience in finance and management across various organizations. He worked as a Finance Consultant at Boundary Technologies from 2018 to 2020 in Edinburgh. He also served as Interim Chief Financial Officer at Recircle from 2020 to 2022 in London. His role at DaXtra Technologies as Interim CFO in 2019 further solidified his expertise in financial leadership. Additionally, he acted as a Business Consultant at WILKIE TECHNICAL TEXTILES LTD for two months in Jiangxi, China.
Leadership at IndigoVision
Kneen held significant leadership positions at IndigoVision, serving as CEO from 2011 to 2017 and CFO from 2003 to 2011. During his tenure as CEO, he increased sales from less than $2 million to $42 million and expanded operations to 23 countries. He focused on building a reliable value chain and enhancing customer service through strategic partnerships. Kneen also played a key role in repositioning the company from commoditized hardware to patented technologies and service solutions.
Educational Background
Marcus Kneen has a strong educational background in accountancy and management. He earned a Master’s Degree in Accountancy and Economics from the University of Dundee. Additionally, he completed the Senior Management Programme at Cranfield School of Management. Kneen is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, having studied at ICAS. His foundational education includes attendance at Fettes College and Arbroath High School.
Ambassador Role at Dundee Heritage Trust
From 2022 to 2023, Marcus Kneen served as an Ambassador for Dundee Heritage Trust. In this role, he contributed to the organization's mission and engaged with the community to promote heritage and cultural initiatives. His involvement reflected his commitment to supporting local organizations and enhancing community engagement.