Nick Johnson

Co-Author of Best Selling Modern Monopolies

Nicholas Johnson is Head of Platform at Applico, where he oversees the company’s research into how platforms work. He also writes regularly about platforms and helps the team produce content for Applico’s blog. Prior to joining Applico, he spent several years as an editor at the Institute for New Economic Thinking. There he developed a knack for breaking down complex concepts and ideas from highly specialized disciplines and explaining them in plain English. He worked closely with the Institute’s President to produce content for publication. Nicholas is a vacuum for information. As an avid platform enthusiast, he will gladly consume any platform-related information or stories you throw his way. In his spare time he can often be found reading books or checking out the latest platform news. He has played a key role in helping to bring Platform Innovation to life.