The DPO Centre Media Centre

Rob Masson
CEO

As founder and CEO of The DPO Centre, Rob is driving innovation, transformation, and thought leadership in data protection and privacy. He plays a key role in delivering solutions that reduce compliance risk for some of the world’s leading organisations. He regularly shares his expertise through opinion pieces in respected international business publications and industry journals.

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 UK data protection standards. His expertise continues to shape the data protection landscape and future legislation, making him a key figure in the industry.

Lenitha Bishop
COO

Lenitha is COO of The DPO Centre, and a certified EU GDPR Data Protection Practitioner. She drives business growth by providing leadership across The DPO Centre team, and oversees all service delivery, marketing, IT, and HR. 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.

Ben Seretny
Head of DPOs

Ben is an experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) and sought after guest speaker at industry events, including RISK London, Bio-IT World, and PrivSec.

As Head of DPOs, Ben leads and motivates The DPO Centre’s team of privacy professionals. He provides quality assurance while contributing to the business’s growing data protection knowledge base.

Ben has privacy expertise across various sectors, including Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, FinTech, EdTech, and Legal. A former DPO for several large organisations, Ben has implemented numerous critical data protection frameworks. For authoritative insights on data protection and expert guidance on navigating GDPR, Ben’s expertise is invaluable.

Katrina Leach
Head of DP Operations

Katrina is a highly skilled Data Protection Officer (DPO) with advanced qualifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP). She has shared her extensive data privacy wisdom by speaking at industry-leading webinars for The DPO Centre.

As the DPO Centre’s Head of Data Protection Operations, Katrina ensures continuous improvement in project delivery and data protection practices. She specialises in building robust privacy frameworks to ensure organisations handle data responsibly and maintain effective policies. She also has significant expertise in advising organisations on international data transfers, ensuring maximum compliance across borders.

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.