John Penn II

John Penn II is Sr. Architect, Law Enforcement Technologies at Adobe. With over 40 years of experience in software development and nearly three decades at Adobe, he has worked across both deep engineering and global public sector engagement.

John spent a decade as a Senior Computer Scientist on Photoshop, contributing to core architecture and platform evolution. After attending an early Internet Crimes Against Children conference, he shifted his focus toward applying technology to support law enforcement and child safety efforts, a mission that continues to define his work today.

He collaborates with law enforcement agencies worldwide to develop and advance tools, techniques, and training for victim identification, digital forensics, and investigative workflows. He also works closely with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, where he serves on the Board of Directors, supporting both technical initiatives and broader industry collaboration.