Data Ethics Professionals (and Facilitators) directory

With over 20 years experience in the Data Privacy & Records Management fields, an avid public speaker and trainer,  Clementine is keen to ensure that Data Ethics is and remains key in all things Data.

With a background in data within the healthcare industry (academic and NHS) and now in a government role (transport), Sarah is naturally drawn to the use and reuse of data, advocating to ensure various factors and perceptions are taken into account.

Michelle has a strong drive to discover the story behind the data, to understand the ‘why’s and to champion the practical application of data ethics in AI and analytics. She is based in Australia, with an extensive background in behavioural economics, computer science and health insurance. Working with clinicians, investigators, innovators, data scientists and project managers, she strives to drive operational excellence and to embed fairness in all the data activities that touch our lives.

Rachel works for one of the UK’s leading banks and is an expert in the use of models in the Finance industry, specialising in technical model review and governance frameworks for Machine Learning and AI.

Data Scientist at EMEL (the municipal company for mobility, bike sharing and parking of Lisbon).

Paris is an Associate Analytics Director at the experience consultancy Rightpoint.

William is experienced in the field of smart buildings, data collection / analysis and human interaction.

Simon is the co-founder of Mission Drive, an agency that helps grow businesses through ethical and effective digital marketing.

Dr Ashley Cairns is a Data Cheerleader, Strategist, Analytics Specialist and lover of animals!

Statistical Analyst at Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Responsible for annual Official Statistics publications in the Service.

Steve had a long career at Board level in Financial Services. On retiring he founded DataCave, a secure password and data management App.

Rob Cawston is a senior digital leader with over 15 years’ experience managing full-scale digital transformation in the policy, arts and charity sectors.

Thomas is a Data Policy Analyst at CAB International (CABI).

Charlotte works as a consultant in thePrivacy & Digital Ethics team as part of the cyber risk function of Deloitte Netherlands. 

Jehana, PhD, is a Research Associate at Birmingham Business School, where she researches and promotes Corporate Digital Responsibility (CDR) and digital ethics on multi-disciplinary projects and research teams spanning computer science, social sciences, and law.

Natalie is Head of Technology at Bupa Aged Care Australia.

Kevin Cressy is Associate Director and lead for Digital Cities & Government Market in Arup's Digital Services team.

Nadine Dammaschk is an advisor for the project “FAIR Forward – Artificial Intelligence for All” at the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).

Jochem helps organisations to get the most out of the digital transformation by assessing and implementing data driven solutions.

Emma Doolin is Data Science Team Manager at Harmonic Analytics, a data science consultancy based in New Zealand.

Siobhan loves to untangle messy problems. She has worked with data-driven technology for 12 years and recently completed an MSc in Artificial Intelligence, with a specialism in AI Ethics.

Jesslyn Dymond is the Director of Data Ethics at TELUS leading the approach to responsible data-driven innovation, drawing on a background of privacy and information management expertise.

Riham is a senior data policy advisor and a senior data scientist at the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Registered nurse working for BUPA Villages and Aged Care Australia, in the role of Clinical Electronic Care Consultant. A role that facilitate the implementation of new electronic care management system to paper base care homes and the actualisation of old electronic system. Also deliver training to staff and advice in the  process of resident data entry. A role in which data ethics is fundamental point to effectively advocate in name of care home residents for a effective person centred care.

Rowenna is a freelance professional privacy and data protection nerd with over a decade of experience helping organisations stitch together law, technology and humanity as best they can manage.

Scott is the co-founder and chief operating officer at Analytics Engines, which is a data analytics and software provider based in Belfast.

Sam is a sustainability and ethics consultant at Sopra Steria.

Isabel is the Head of Business Development & Partnerships at the Institute for Digital Transformation in Healthcare (idigiT) - a consulting boutique specialising in digital ethics based in Germany.

Hugh is the founder of Engage Digital & Associates.

Mario is an experienced data professional whose breath is still taken away by ingenious applications of data crafting ("where data science meets data art".)

Machine Learning Data Engineer at Lloyds Banking Group/Kubrick Group, working to ensure fairness and explainability in data science models.

Alice is a Senior Data Science Manager at Lloyds Banking Group.

Lavinia Gordon trained as a bioinformatician, now working in data strategy in healthcare, based in Melbourne, Australia. ODI has ignited her love of data ethics!

Cathi is Washington state's Open Data Program Manager in the United States.

Rachel is an applied technologist and specialises in developing and commercialising novel physical-digital technology with a focus on complex interdisciplinary challenges.

Robert is a data ethics enthusiast working in Financial Services and living in Bristol.

Andrew is an ambitious, highly respected, and motivated Information Governance (IG) and Data Protection professional.

Simon lives and works in Bristol, UK.  He is a Business Analyst working for MadeTech - a software consultancy that specialises in Public Sector solutions.

Chris leads WSP's data and architecture capability in the Intelligent Transport Services discipline and supports the teams to deliver exceptional technical services to their clients across a range of sectors and geographies.

Francesca is an ethics and sustainability consultant at Sopra Steria, where she works to help governments and businesses use technology as a force for good.

Macaulay is a paralegal in the Science and Technology Team at BPE Solicitors LLP, Cheltenham.

Rémy has spent over 25 years in the data industry, helping clients at Epsilon, Publicis, and Urban Science develop and orchestrate data-driven marketing and sales strategies. More recently, sustainability programs have come onto his radar.

Sarah is a Senior Case Officer working on the ICO's Regulatory Sandbox, a role that supports innovators to develop products and services using personal data compliantly.

Lennart leads a Baltic Customer Analytics and Data Science team in SEB. In addition to analytical work, he's closely related to robotics, data management, data privacy, and data literacy topics.

Tom is a trainee solicitor in the Technology Team at BPE Solicitors LLP in Cheltenham.

Kari Laumann is Head of Section for Research, Analysis and Policy at the Norwegian Data Protection Authority, She is also the Program Manager for the Regulatory Sandbox for Privacy and AI.

Eline is a solution-oriented, highly organised and adaptable consultant that focuses on supporting organisations in establishing a (sustainable) and ethical data-driven way of working.

Jack Liu is the Operational Performance and Integration Manager at Bupa Asia Pacific. His duty at Bupa is to look after the health insurance operational performance and business integration for the customer-facing channels in Australia, such as retail stores, contact centres and digital engagement. Unlike many data scientists and analysts in the industry, Jack doesn’t have a background in statistics or data science. Arriving in Australia in 2007 as an international student, Jack studied on the Gold Coast majoring in Hotel Management. Post his days working in the hospitality industry, Jack has spent the last seven years at Bupa developing himself into a data citizen of the future, such experience has taught him to look at the world of data from a slightly different point of view.

Jan is the Medical Director for a large biotech company, dealing with local medical issues and working with teams involved in evidence collection

Rob is a service designer working at the Satellite Applications Catapult.

Andrew is a data ethics advisor in Australia and works for a major retailer. He has practical experience in applying ethical risk, governance and AI safety frameworks. Please get in touch!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-mcalister-32508b77

Lisa is a specialist in data and knowledge management for ESG (environmental, social and governance) requirements, including data ethics. Director and Founder at the independent consultancy, Fractal Knowledge.

Joshua is an Analyst working within the Government of Jersey in Strategic Workforce Planning and Intelligence. This qualification helps him to have a better understanding of how to ethically process and use the sensitive data that he works with on a daily basis.

Emily is a senior data analyst working within the Data and Analytics team at Essex County Council, predominantly leading on data and analytics projects related to children & families.

Strategic advisor specialized in urbanism and technology, with multidisciplinary knowledge and extensive experience in the definition of digital transformation strategies, coordination and development of urban innovation projects based on data and analytics, academic research, training, external positioning, as well as in the field of digital regulation.

An alumnus of the Oxford Internet Institute, Anisha is a Data Ethics Officer and Lead Data Analyst at Randstad, the largest recruitment company in the world.

Paul O’Neill is an artist-researcher currently based in Dublin, Ireland. He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the ADAPT Centre for AI-Driven Content Technology, University College Dublin.

Josefine works as a Digital Ethicist in IKEA where she's building up practices for data and digital technologies to be used in a responsible way in IKEA’s supply operations. Coming from a digital law background she's interested in connecting law, technology and ethics to help create a future where digitalisation benefits people and society.

Laura has a degree in Sociology and is currently working as a Logistics Manager, handling data from different company areas. Shes finds the way new technologies are transforming the society and all companies exciting, and feels the need to explore the ethical complexities that this new world is providing. The goal is to integrate her sociological vision to create ethical and sustainable practices in the business environment.

Stefania is a compliance professional with a strong background in law and a certified GDPR practitioner.

Richard is a global Data Ethics and Privacy leader in the payments industry.

Ram has over 13 years experience in developing strategies and leading and delivering digital transformation and change programmes for the NHS and the Nordics. He has particular expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and other innovative technologies to solve complex problems across the health and care economy.

Rowan Renow-Clarke is a Senior Research Analyst working within Gloucestershire County Council, specialising in data, information and insight relating to children and young people.

David works as a digital ethics consultant at Sopra Steria, advising organisations across the public and private sectors on the most effective way to operationalise ethics. He has previously worked in digital transformation and business strategy.

KJ is a data visualisation researcher and data science practitioner focused on creating transparency around inclusion and representation in data for policy making

Bea has extensive experience working in a range of data and analytics-related roles.

Marion is an experienced data professional and specialises in the creation of data functions, increasing data maturity & creating value from data. As a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt she adapts the concepts and processes and repurposes them for the world of data.

Jonathan is a creative technologist with extensive experience in helping organisations transform their data foundations, controls and decision making. His specialist focus is helping embed data ethical considerations into cultural, governance and risk management practices.

Giulio is a passionate, experienced data professional with a wide know-how in different ICT domains.

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Camille is a data ethics enthusiast working for the UK social innovation agency Nesta.

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Noel is an experienced competition lawyer and policy adviser in the field of digital and data markets.

Sophie is a Digital Ethics Consultant and current MSc student in Digital Sociology. She is particularly interested in the intersection between e-Government systems and questions of citizenship, social (in)equality, and transparency.

Digital media investigator, Metropolitan Police Service.

Ben is a creative, process-driven technology professional, specialising in the design, development and delivery of online learning.

Yumi Tsoy is the Operations and Insights Manager at Bethnal Green Ventures, an early-stage tech for good VC. She supports BGV's fund operations, leads on reporting and oversees initiatives across impact and DEI.

Coeli is a Digital Marketing Executive at Mission Drive, where she is advocating for ethical approaches to marketing.

Philippa is a geographer by trade and has a background in GIS. She manages the Innovative Technologies Programme at NatureScot. embracing new and emerging technologies to secure a nature-rich future for Scotland. NatureScot will do this by mainstreaming their use, demonstrating their leadership and working in partnership. Philippa is also delivering NatureScot’s Data Strategy. Based on 5 themes, this recognises that data is key to decision-making, action and influence. To protect, restore and value nature and to ensure that they work effectively as an organisation, they need high quality, high value data that is effectively and efficiently captured and managed and that is easily accessible to everyone.

Sarah is Innovation Lead for Digital Ethics at Innovate UK. Her work focuses on how digital ethics can make a direct and positive impact on economic growth, quality of life and the environment.

Ramon is the data steward and data protection officer for the Monetary and Economics Sector of the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP, Philippine Central Bank).

Saeed is a futurist, thought leader, author, and public keynote speaker.

James is Annalect's Chief Data Officer, where he leads the global practice for data privacy and ethics, focusing on social, regulatory, and technological change around data use in marketing.

Stephen is a Senior Creative Technologist exploring and building the technology future of the BBC as a part of the UX&D Emerging Experiences team.

Nathan has over 15 Years of experience in developing complex data insights, statistical analysis, forecasting along with leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver digital and data transformation programmes across Social Housing, The Energy Sector and Field Engineering for such companies as British Gas and believe housing.

Christina is a Principal Data Scientist at the BBC working on implementing recommender systems for BBC products, and primarily for BBC Sounds.

A management consultant, author and speaker with over 25 years’ experience, Andrew is considered an authority on innovative and disruptive technologies including Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation, and is regularly invited to speak at conferences on these subjects.

Calum is a Data Management & Ethics Consultant at Credera UK. He has over 10 years experience in the data space with particular interests around governance and privacy operations within organisations and supported multiple data ethics projects across a number of key industries.

Anna Danes is an AI Ethicist who works with organizations to create frameworks and practical methods to ensure ethical developments of AI.

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Being both a digital education entrepreneur and a humanitarian, Lisa has worked in and with different data-based contexts and organizations.

Joe is a co-founder of Yalla Cooperative, a collective of developers and designers across Gaza and Europe, shared in a mission of using digital to transcend borders and create a fairer distribution of opportunities.

Ben works as a Senior Digital Ethics Consultant at Sopra Steria, leading on standards and policy. Ben is an MSc candidate, studying Social Science of the Internet at the Oxford Internet Institute with a research focus on bias. Ben founded and runs AI Ethics London, one of the largest ethical AI communities in the world.

Alec is an IT professional who has extensive experience working in the AgriBiz industry, having lead teams and programs to deliver data products and services to global R&D and commercial organisations.

Chris is a former Director of Data at the Big 4 Consultancies and more recently Director of Data & Analytics at a successful tech startup.

Anders works as a data analyst at The University of Copenhagen in its central administration, promoting ethical and thoughtful application of data in internal administrative projects at the university together with colleagues, management, students and other stakeholders at the university.

Christine Henry, PhD is a data ethics consultant and digital Product Manager.

Rhianne leads a programme of research and innovation at the BBC focused on the responsible development and use of data-driven technology with a specific focus on the role of public media and the impacts on people and society.

Tereza is a young professional with a master’s degree in International Business and Management fulfilling a role of an Associate Project Manager of Digital Development at MED-EL. She is responsible for identifying unmet needs, goals, opportunities and challenges in terms of digitalization of MED-EL Worldwide.

Manuel is lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Southampton.

Goal-oriented and accomplished professional with extensive experience in delivering consultancy on high-profile projects, providing evidence to Parliament, and publishing books on ethics of AI and privacy as well as mentoring PhD, masters, and undergraduate students on computer science ethics.

Rosie works as a Senior Business Analyst at the BBC, working with the team collecting and storing online Audience activity and behaviour.

Gabriela believes data has the power to make our lives better or worse and the outcomes are determined by those who build these decision-making systems.

Anna leads editorial teams in machine learning projects for BBC News, BBC Sport, BBC Sounds, and BBC World Service.

Josh is an ex-Royal Navy Petty Officer working as a Data Ethics Senior Advisor for Natural England. Josh has an LLM in International Human Rights Law and is also a CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist (CEET).

Carmen Ng is a digital ethics consultant and a multilingual researcher in AI policy with a keen interest in contributing to the literacy of ethics in digital technology and bridging cross-cultural insights.

Kevin is Head of Data at Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water, leading the Data Team within the organisation and responsible for delivery of the organisation's Data and Analytics Strategy.

Alessandro Piscopo is a principal data scientist at the BBC, in a team called Datalab.

Jen is the Head of Digital Ethics & Tech for Good at Sopra Steria, a team of ethicists and responsible technology consultants helping clients use technology for the benefit of people and the planet. She has over 14 years’ experience in sustainability, ethics and impact consulting – mostly in the technology sector.

Carolina thrives in innovative environments, working with multidisciplinary teams towards finding solutions to current and future challenges.

Paul is a data analyst at the BBC.

Brian is the AI and Data Science Tech Lead at Digital Catapult Northern Ireland.

I have over 15 years of experience in innovation and data management. I am a data ethics advisor at Hydro-Québec. I am working on the implementation of the data strategy and the evolution of the governance structure.

Luke's focus is on the detailed application of data ethics - he leads a team at Lloyds Banking Group who design detailed processes and reusable tooling to support use case teams in addressing fairness and explainability requirements. Prior to this he built data science focused development methodologies to support the safe and efficient creation of machine learning products

Luke believes data ethics is critical in the adoption of machine learning and artificial intelligence - via assisting in the delivery of fair and transparent outcomes - helping to build trust and accelerate innovation

Chris is an Executive Producer for the BBC Digital Portfolio team with a keen interest in AI and ML.

Helen Fairfax-Wall  is available on a consultancy basis to support organisations on their data ethics journey.

Dr Clare Walsh has been teaching Data Science and Data Ethics to external students based in industry since 2020, and she is keen to promote responsible data analytics. Her own field of research provided experience of handling complex data ethics with vulnerable audiences. She is particularly experienced in educational and assessment projects.

Millie is a Digital Ethics Consultant at Sopra Steria, a role which she brings valuable human-centred service design and user research experience. Her background in Mathematics gives her a particular interest in data analysis and algorithmic bias, both of which she is using to help organisations apply ethics in their data and technology programmes.

Hermanus Wiid is a tech expert and PhD candidate, currently managing projects for the Privacy Office at ASML. His PhD research focuses on moderation of users and content on social media.

Nick works as a Digital Ethics consultant in Sopra Steria’s Digital Ethics and Tech for Good Team. He has extensive experience helping organisations understand the digital ethics considerations within different technologies and contexts.

As the executive director at Creative Diversity Network, Deborah is responsible for business management and policy.