The DPO Centre Media Centre

Lenitha Bishop
CEO

Lenitha is CEO of The DPO Centre, and a certified EU GDPR Data Protection Practitioner. She is instrumental to the company’s development, driving operational excellence, strengthening culture, and steering the business through growth opportunities. Lenitha has successfully delivered large-scale projects, both in local government and the private sector. 

Lenitha is a regular guest speaker at industry events. She has been featured in London Business News and has written articles for publications such as Global Banking and Finance Review. She also contributed to recently published business guide, The C-Suite’s Playbook on Gen AI Adoption. 

Rob Masson
CRO

As founder and Chief Revenue Officer of The DPO Centre, Rob drives innovation, transformation, and thought leadership in data protection and privacy. He plays a key role in delivering impactful solutions for some of the world’s leading companies and regularly shares his expertise through opinion pieces in respected publications like The European Business Review. 

In 2023, Rob’s influential stance on data protection was acknowledged by Lord Bishop of Southwell in the House of Lords, who cited Rob’s concerns about the proposed DPDI Bill lowering data protection standards in the UK. His expertise continues to shape the future of data protection, making him a key figure in the industry. 

Ben Seretny
COO

Ben is Chief Operations Officer (COO) at The DPO Centre, and a Fellow of Information Privacy, recognised for his advanced data protection and privacy management expertise. Having served as a Data Protection Officer (DPO) for organisations spanning the private, public, and not-for-profit arenas, he has a deep understanding of today’s data protection challenges. 

As COO, Ben oversees the delivery and operations of The DPO Centre’s services, ensuring high-quality data protection support to clients worldwide. He is also a regular speaker and contributor to the wider privacy community, helping to shape conversations around the future of data protection and governance. 

Katrina Leach
Chief Transformation Officer

Katrina is a highly qualified solicitor and Data Protection Officer with a unique blend of legal, technical, and scientific expertise. She brings a structured approach to business analysis, advising on change governance and operational resilience. 

As Chief Transformation Officer, Katrina leads strategic change across operations, service delivery, and technology. She ensures people, systems, and processes align to support long-term growth, partnering with the executive team to embed sustainable improvements and deliver measurable outcomes. 

David Smith
DPO & AI Sector Lead

David is a highly qualified Data Protection Officer (DPO) with wide-ranging experience across the Technology and Healthcare industries. As AI Sector Lead, David advises businesses on deploying AI systems and meeting global regulations. He is known for developing creative solutions to complex issues, having contributed to defining national policy for the NHS and advising on high-stakes projects. 

David regularly shares his expertise through various written articles and speaker events. He authored a Copilot blog, which is featured in the Information and Records Management Society (IRMS) Bulletin, and was a guest panellist at PrivSec & GRC Connect London. His insights make him a sought-after authority on data protection in the evolving AI world. 

Lawrence Carter
DPO & Life Sciences Sector Lead

Lawrence is a highly accomplished Data Protection Officer (DPO) with deep expertise in Life Sciences and information governance. As The DPO Centre’s Life Sciences Sector Lead, Lawrence is the Subject Matter Expert for all data protection queries relating to clinical trials and Healthcare.  

He has led privacy discussions at industry events, including the Privacy Puzzle Global Webinar Series and on the UK Data Protection Index panel. His in-depth knowledge and strategic vision make him a trusted voice regarding the privacy challenges faced by Life Sciences organisations. 

Paul Collier
DPO & Live Facial Recognition (LFR) Specialist

Paul is a highly skilled Data Protection Officer (DPO) with specialised expertise in biometric technologies and their lawful deployment. As a recognised Subject Matter Expert on Live Facial Recognition (LFR) systems, Paul has been a panel member at Westminster Insights, an interviewee on the US podcast, The Abstract, and has featured on BBC national news. He brings a unique approach to addressing data protection challenges, with the ability to transform potential blockers into positive outcomes for projects and organisations.