Speakers

Martin McHugh is a strategic technology leader known for strengthening UK national capability in advanced semiconductor applications. As CEO of the Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult, he led the organisation through a period of significant growth, expanding its national footprint and deepening its role within the UK’s innovation ecosystem. His leadership was defined by calm authority and a collaborative approach that aligns industry, academia, and government around shared objectives. McHugh's focus has been on whole market thinking, shaping long‑term strategy, and building partnerships that unlock investment and accelerate innovation. He brings a steady, credible presence to complex environments, balancing strategic ambition with operational discipline. His strengths lie in ecosystem building, stakeholder alignment, and guiding organisations through uncertainty, with a leadership style that emphasises clarity, trust, and sustainable impact.