Privacy Space NORTH(ish)
23rd April / Old Pinewood Hotel, Wilmslow, Cheshire / 9 speakers
Who
Privacy Space is a community of data protection professionals who come together to share their ideas.
When
23rd April 2026
Where
Pinewood Hotel Wilmslow, Cheshire
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Full Agenda
Morning
08:00–09:30
Registration & Networking
09:30–09:40
Introduction
09:40–10:15
Josephine Morrison (Gocertify)
Data Protection at Startup Speed
10:15–10:30
Exhibitor Showcase
10:30–11:15
Coffee & Networking
11:15–11:50
Phil Lee (Digiphile)
The EU Digital Omnibus. Perfecting or Pillaging Privacy Protections
11:50–12:25
Adele Ashiru (The Coca Cola Company)
From Risk to Return. The Business Case for Privacy
12:25–13:00
Dom Smith (Information Commissioner’s Office)
SAR WARS. A New Hope. A practical, entertaining guide to better SAR and ICO compliant handling
Afternoon
13:00–13:30
Networking
13:30–14:30
Lunch
14:30–15:05
Stephen Massey (Data Protection Practitioner)
AI for Data Protection Practitioners. How to Avoid Hallucinated Rigour
15:05–15:40
Amy Stokes-Waters (Cyber Escape Room)
Cyber Training is Boring
15:40–16:00
Coffee & Networking
16:00–16:30
Pub Chat
Tash Whitaker, Diogo Duarte & Richard Merrygold
16:30 onwards
Networking & Drinks
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Book Your Accommodation
Hotel address
Pinewood Hotel
180 Wilmslow Road, Handforth
Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 3LF, United Kingdom
Phone: 01625 529 21
Email: pinewood.res@pinewood-hotel.co.uk
Helpful notes
- Rooms are subject to availability.
- Booking terms, payment, and cancellation policies are set by the hotel at the time of booking.
How To Get There?
Privacy Space team
Privacy Space is the ultimate destination for privacy and data protection enthusiasts.
Our conference brings together experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from around the world to share ideas and insights on the latest trends, technologies, and issues in the field of privacy and data protection.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, Privacy Space has something for everyone. With engaging and informative sessions, hands-on workshops, and ample networking opportunities, you’ll leave the conference with a wealth of new knowledge, skills, and connections. Don’t miss out on this exciting event – register now and join us for an unforgettable experience!
Richard Merrygold
Co-founder & Managing Consultant iSTORM
An experienced Data Protection leader, Richard has spent the majority of his professional career working in privacy. He has travelled globally supporting organisations across healthcare, pharmaceutical, technology and financial service sectors.
Diogo Duarte
Advance Privacy Oü Founder & International Data Protection Consultant
An international data protection consultant and data protection officer, Diogo works with SMEs and public entities helping them to improve, secure, and align their privacy strategy and data processing structure with data protection laws.
Tash Whitaker
Global Data Compliance Director and Public Speaker at Whitaker Solutions Ltd
With over 20 years of experience with Dun & Bradstreet, Cisco and Moorcrofts LLP, Tash
Barry Moult
Independent Data Protection/Privacy Consultant at BJM IG Privacy Ltd